About World Trade Center Lagos
A premier hub for international trade facilitation, business growth, and global partnerships, connecting Nigerian businesses to the global marketplace.
The World Trade Center Lagos (WTC Lagos), is a premier hub for international trade facilitation, business growth, and global partnerships, connecting Nigerian businesses to the global marketplace.
As a member of the global World Trade Centers Association (WTCA), a network of over 300 WTCs in over 100 countries, WTC Lagos serves as a gateway connecting Nigerian and African products, services and innovations to international markets, fostering opportunities for investment, innovation, and collaboration.
Strategically located in Lagos, Nigeria’s commercial capital, WTC Lagos leverages its unique position to foster cross-border trade, attract investment, and accelerate Nigeria’s integration into the global economy. With a focus on innovation, policy advocacy, and collaboration, WTC Lagos is committed to shaping a more inclusive and competitive trade ecosystem for Nigeria and Africa.
Our Vision
To be Africa’s premier gateway for trade facilitation, business growth, and global partnerships, connecting Nigeria to international markets through strategic collaboration and service excellence.
Our Mission
Our mission is to drive inclusive and sustainable economic growth by providing world-class trade services, fostering innovation, and building strategic partnerships that connect Nigerian businesses to global opportunities. Anchored in excellence, integrity, and collaboration, we empower enterprises to compete and thrive in international markets, starting from Nigeria, and expanding across Africa.
Our Values
- Excellence: We set and uphold the highest global standards in service delivery.
- Integrity: We build lasting trust through transparency, accountability, and ethical practices.
- Innovation: We embrace creativity and technology to unlock new trade opportunities.
- Collaboration: We foster partnerships across sectors, regions, and borders.
- Inclusivity: We ensure equal access to opportunities for businesses of all sizes.
- Community: We cultivate a vibrant ecosystem of businesses, entrepreneurs, and professionals.
Our Programmatic Agenda
At WTC Lagos, our work is anchored on a robust programmatic agenda designed to connect Nigerian businesses to global opportunities, while positioning Lagos as a premier hub for African trade. Our flagship programs include:
Trade Missions
We organize outbound and inbound trade missions, creating direct business-to-business and business-to-government connections. These missions provide Nigerian companies with access to international buyers, investors, and markets, while attracting foreign enterprises to explore opportunities in Nigeria.
Trade Conferences
Through high-level trade and investment conferences, WTC Lagos convenes policymakers, business leaders, and global experts to shape dialogue on emerging trade trends, AfCFTA implementation, digital commerce, and cross-border investment.
Trade Exhibitions & Fairs
We provide platforms for showcasing Nigerian goods and services to international buyers, and for global companies to introduce their products into the Nigerian and African markets. Our exhibitions and sectoral fairs promote visibility, networking, and deal-making across multiple industries.
Training & Consultancy Services
WTC Lagos offers tailored training programs, workshops, and consultancy services to equip governments and businesses with the skills, tools, and insights needed to thrive in international trade. Our focus spans export readiness, market entry strategies, compliance, and innovation-driven growth.
Trade Research & Policy
We serve as a knowledge hub, conducting market research, producing trade intelligence reports, and providing policy recommendations to strengthen Nigeria’s competitiveness in global trade. Our research informs decision-makers while giving businesses actionable insights.
Trade Community – Membership Club
The WTC Lagos Membership Club offers businesses exclusive access to our global network, trade services, events, and research outputs. Members benefit from priority participation in trade missions, visibility in WTC directories, discounted services, and privileged networking opportunities with international stakeholders.
Impact and Future Roadmap
WTC Lagos is building a gateway for Africa’s trade transformation. In the coming years, our focus is to:
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- Facilitate increased trade flows between Nigeria and global markets.