Nigeria’s expanding presence in the global business scene took center stage at the upcoming Global Entrepreneurship Congress (GEC) 2025, with the country’s delegates gearing up to represent its vibrant entrepreneurial spirit on the international stage. According to Dr. Olawale Anifowose, Managing Director of Global Entrepreneurship Network Nigeria (GEN Nigeria), Nigeria’s participation in the GEC reflects its rising influence in the global innovation ecosystem.
“GEC is more than just a summit—it’s a powerful growth platform where Nigerian entrepreneurs get to engage, connect, and compete on a global scale,” Anifowose said.
He made these remarks during a pre-congress brunch organized at Tripoint’s headquarters in Lagos, an event designed to unify and inspire the Nigerian delegation headed to Indianapolis, Indiana for GEC 2025.
Tripoint Travels Powers Nigerian Delegation
The brunch event also spotlighted Tripoint Travels, a key logistics and empowerment partner ensuring the seamless participation of Nigerian delegates. Its founder, Mrs. Shuhda Muhammed, emphasized the deeper mission behind the GEC:
“This isn’t just another business event—it’s a movement where global innovation meets local action. Our goal is to create an experience that aligns with this year’s theme, ‘The Bold Change the World’, and to cultivate relationships that spark real impact both at home and abroad.”
Bringing Together Nigeria’s Entrepreneurial Heavyweights
The brunch attracted prominent figures from Nigeria’s entrepreneurship, academia, government, and creative sectors, including:
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Dr. Peter Bamkole, Deputy Vice Chancellor of Pan Atlantic University
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Dr. Babangida Ruma, Katsina State Enterprise Development Agency (KASEDA)
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Mrs. Uche Uzoebo, CEO of SANEF Limited
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Mr. Umar Gombe, actor and cultural ambassador
These leaders gathered to align on Nigeria’s strategy and vision heading into one of the world’s most prestigious entrepreneurial gatherings.
What GEC Represents
The Global Entrepreneurship Congress, organized annually by the Global Entrepreneurship Network (GEN), convenes more than 5,000 innovators, investors, policymakers, and ecosystem builders from over 200 countries. Since its founding in 2009, it has become a catalyst for building strong, inclusive, and sustainable entrepreneurial communities worldwide.
GEC 2025, hosted in collaboration with the Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC), marks the event’s return to the United States after 16 years, highlighting Indiana’s dynamic business environment and strengthening ties that drive global innovation and economic development.
Building Bridges Before Takeoff
The Lagos brunch served as more than a meet-and-greet. It was a strategic alignment session—a chance for delegates to share goals, collaborate, and establish a united front before stepping onto the global stage. It reinforced the core message: collaboration and shared purpose are essential for lasting impact.
As the countdown to GEC 2025 begins, Nigeria is poised not just to participate, but to lead, inspire, and influence the future of global entrepreneurship.
