The Lagos State Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Toke Benson-Awoyinka, on Wednesday, 13th May 2026, received a delegation from Moroccan technology firm, CIRES Technologies, at the Ministry’s headquarters in Alausa, Ikeja.
The delegation was led by the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Sageto Limited, Mr. Salim Abou Jaiude, alongside the Director of Business Development, CIRES Technologies, Mrs. Iman Chaara; Sales Director for Critical Infrastructures and Private Sector, Mr. Ali Saidi, and Senior Advisor at Digital Kaza, Mr. Amin Taleb.
Discussions during the meeting focused on investment opportunities within Lagos State, particularly the potential of the State’s extensive coastline for tourism development, smart infrastructure, digital innovation, and sustainable economic growth.
In her remarks, Mrs. Benson-Awoyinka reaffirmed the commitment of the Lagos State Government to fostering strategic collaborations that align with the vision of positioning Lagos as Africa’s leading destination for tourism, arts, culture, and entertainment.
According to the Commissioner, Lagos remains open to investors and development partners whose initiatives support sustainable tourism growth, infrastructure development, and economic transformation.
She noted that the State Government, under the leadership of Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, is committed to creating an enabling environment that encourages investment while strengthening the image of Lagos and Nigeria as safe, vibrant, and globally competitive destinations.
Mrs. Benson-Awoyinka further described the State’s coastline as one of its most valuable natural assets, stressing that the integration of technology and innovation into tourism development would unlock enormous opportunities for investors, local communities, and the broader economy.
The Commissioner added that the Ministry would continue to engage local and international stakeholders in driving initiatives capable of creating employment opportunities, empowering youths, promoting cultural exchange, and diversifying the State’s economy through tourism and the creative industry.
The delegation expressed interest in exploring strategic partnerships aimed at enhancing visitor experience, improving coastal management systems, and integrating innovative smart technology solutions into Lagos’ rapidly expanding tourism ecosystem.
They expressed readiness to explore follow-up engagements and identify potential areas of collaboration for future projects with the state government through the Ministry.
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