A high-profile trade delegation comprising 27 London-based companies specializing in fintech, enterprise technology, and sustainability recently explored investment opportunities in Nigeria during the official visit of the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan.
The trip, supported by London & Partners—the Mayor’s international business growth agency—and the British Deputy High Commission, aimed to deepen UK-Nigeria economic ties and unlock new Nigeria fintech investment prospects across Africa.
During the visit, the delegation engaged with Nigerian policymakers, investors, and creative professionals through a series of curated events designed to foster collaboration and drive innovation. The delegation included a mix of enterprise and sustainability-focused firms such as Algomarketing, Chekkit, Climbing Trees, Deepsearch Labs, Envopap, Humble AI, iWarranty, MOONHUB, Oktopost, Tech1M, The Washing Machine Project, TIPA Solar, and UpSkill Universe .
The fintech contingent, which accounted for the majority of participants, included Abound, Advai, Allica Bank, CLOWD9, E-Doc Online, Eversend, Fondy, Hoptroff, Knabu, Ozone API, meCash, Revenir, SaaScada, and Sumsub —highlighting the growing interest in Nigeria fintech investment from global players.
Mayor Khan’s visit to Lagos marked a historic first by a London Mayor to Africa, underscoring Nigeria’s growing importance in the UK’s global trade and investment strategy. The trip also celebrated the deep cultural and economic links between London and Lagos—two of the world’s most vibrant and dynamic cities.
“I am delighted to be visiting Nigeria and Africa this week, the first visit of its kind by a Mayor of London, to bang the drum for the capital and further develop the strong ties between our countries,” Khan said.
He added that Africa’s fast-growing population and expanding economies offer significant opportunities for deeper UK-Africa partnerships over the next decade, particularly in finance, education, health, tech, creative industries, and sustainability.
The delegation’s strong fintech presence reflects the sector’s rising prominence in Nigeria, which continues to attract global attention due to its tech-savvy youth population, expanding digital infrastructure, and government support for innovation.
British Deputy High Commissioner in Lagos, Jonny Baxter, emphasized that the visit reinforces the UK’s commitment to strengthening economic and cultural ties with Nigeria. He also highlighted the UK-Nigeria Enhanced Trade and Investment Partnership as a key framework for unlocking mutual benefits.
“Through the UK-Nigeria Enhanced Trade and Investment Partnership, we’re committed to unlocking new opportunities that benefit both our economies, and this visit is a powerful step forward in that journey of inclusive growth,” Baxter said.
UK Minister for Africa, Lord Collins of Highbury, described the visit as a pivotal moment for UK-Africa relations, noting that strengthening trade, investment, and cultural collaboration is essential for long-term, equitable growth.
“Sir Sadiq’s visit marks an exciting moment for the UK’s relationship with countries across Africa and is a strong demonstration of our commitment to deepening our ties with the continent,” he added.
Following the Lagos leg, Mayor Khan continued his trade mission with stops in Accra, Johannesburg, and Cape Town, reinforcing London’s strategic focus on building stronger economic partnerships across Africa.
As the Nigeria fintech investment landscape continues to evolve, this visit signals growing international confidence in Nigeria’s innovation ecosystem and its potential to drive regional economic transformation.
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