Celebrating our Congress Partners

The ABAN Congress is made possible thanks to the incredible support of our partners who share our vision of advancing angel investing, innovation, and entrepreneurship across Africa. Each partner plays a unique role in strengthening the ecosystem.

Institutional Partner

1. The Ministry of Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade, and Investment

This ministry is the lead government entity driving sustainable economic growth through robust trade facilitation, strategic investments, and the empowerment of cooperatives and enterprises. With a mandate to promote competitive markets, attract investment, and enhance regional and international trade, the Ministry plays a pivotal role in shaping the nation’s economic landscape. Using progressive policies, innovation, and stakeholder collaboration, it strives to build a resilient, inclusive, and prosperous economy for all. It employs the platform of partnerships to empower businesses, support innovation, and enhance the ease of doing business. It is also committed to building a vibrant commercial ecosystem that creates jobs, attracts investors, and positions Lagos as Africa’s leading economic hub.

2. Suzuki by CFAO

Suzuki by CFAO Nigeria is the exclusive distributor of Suzuki vehicles in Nigeria, offering affordable, reliable, and fuel-efficient cars tailored to the Nigerian market. As part of the CFAO Automotive network, they are committed to providing high-quality mobility solutions backed by trusted service and after-sales support.

Frontline auto company, Suzuki by CFAO, is offering up to 25% discount on spare parts for walk-in customers as it opens its spare parts shop in the busy Ladipo auto parts market in Lagos. Learn more about this partner here.

3. First City Monument Bank

FCMB Group is a financial services holding company listed on the Nigerian Exchange and headquartered in Lagos. 

The Group has strategic interests in companies that serve 15.06 million customers across five platforms: banking, consumer finance, investment management, investment banking, and financial technology. 

Together, these companies are building an ecosystem that fosters inclusive and sustainable growth and supports entrepreneurship and innovation across Africa, its diaspora, and the United Kingdom.  

4. Investment One Financial Services

Investment One Financial Services Group is a diversified organisation which provides financial and investment services connecting investors with investment opportunities in emerging markets. The company, formerly named GTB Asset Management Limited, was founded in 2008 as an associate company of Guaranty Trust Bank PLC in Nigeria. Since then, it has grown to become a leading financial services group in Nigeria. Its team of investment professionals provide clients with premium services founded on deep market insight, innovation, and service excellence. Be it advising, executing, managing, or transferring wealth to future generations, the group provides a full complement of investment solutions to its clients. The group is regulated by the Nigerian Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), to provide investment management, wealth management, trust services, securities brokerage, and corporate financial advisory services to individual and corporate clients. The group’s mission is to help investors meet their investment goals.

Learn more about this partner here.

Hospitality Partners

Book your ticket today and unlock massive discounts on accommodation with our official hotel partners during the Congress.

1. The Wheatbaker

The Wheatbaker offers the corporate traveller all the comfort and convenience of a luxury boutique hotel. Lagos’ new premier exclusive hotel, is located in the residential heart of lkoyi, Nigeria.

Situated nearby the Lagos business districts of lkoyi and Victoria Island, The Wheatbaker hotel is placed perfectly for any traveller. Located only 35 km from Murtala Muhammed International Airport, The Wheatbaker is destined to become Lagos’ top lifestyle, luxury accommodation.

Learn more about this partner here.

2. Four Points by Sheraton

Enjoy effortless style with the essentials done right when you travel and stay within the heart of Nigeria’s commercial capital – Lagos. Whether you’re in town for work or play, you’re in for a great stay in any of our 231 spacious guest rooms and studio suites. Planning a memorable meeting, training or presentation? We believe in the essentials being done right. Sample a great selection of local, regional and imported craft beers from our Best Brews™ Program in our lively sports bar. Stay fit with our well-equipped fitness center and enjoy a refreshing dip in our swimming pool completed by a one-of-a kind Spa treatment. Our guests truly feel at home as we deliver services that reflect the friendly nature of Nigerians.

Learn more about this partner here.

Media partners

We have received substantial media coverage from leading outlets such as Techeconomy, TechCabal, Arise TV, Business Beat 25, Silicon Africa, BW TechZone, Brand Times, Independent, African Economy, AI Invest, and Tech in Africa. We’re always open to sharing the ABAN story with other media houses.

If you’re a journalist, editor, or content creator looking to spotlight Africa’s angel investing ecosystem, get in touch with us at amimo@abanangels.org!

With our partners’ support, our upcoming Congress is shaping up to be the ultimate gathering for Africa’s investors, innovators, and ecosystem builders.

Collaborate with us to accelerate local capital participation in Africa’s innovative solutions by getting in touch with secretariat@abanangels.org