The Lagos state government has intensified efforts to create an enabling environment for sports to thrive as it explores ways to develop E-sports.
The Director-General, Lagos State Sports Commission (LSSC) Mr. Lekan Fatodu stated this during the Lagos Paris Olympics 2024 Esports and Sports Economy Roundtable at the Africa Station Doom, L’ile-Saint-Denis in Paris, France.
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The Director-General who remarked on the theme: “Exploring New Frontiers and Business Opportunities in Sports”, said that the gathering served as a platform to showcase Lagos’ commitment to sports advancement and its vision for fostering global collaborations in the field.
“As the Paris Olympics continue to captivate the world, Lagos has successfully leveraged the global platform to spotlight its sporting ambitions,” he said.
“The roundtable has not only elevated the city’s international profile but has also opened new avenues for economic growth through sports.
He added that one of the key outcomes of the event was the reinforcement of Lagos’ position as a promising investment destination for sports-related ventures with several international investors expressing keen interest in the opportunities presented.
“All eyes are now on Lagos to see how it will translate the momentum gained from the roundtable into tangible actions. As one participant aptly put it, Lagos has not just entered the global sports conversation; it has positioned itself to lead it,” he said.
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