Dr. Chiesonu Iziga-Eruchalu has represented Nigeria at the 12th Africa Investment and Trade Forum (AFIC12) held from May 9 to 10, 2026, at the Sheraton Algiers, placing Enugu State on the continental economic spotlight.
The high-level forum, organised in collaboration with the African Union, African Export-Import Bank, and the African Continental Free Trade Area Secretariat, attracted top government officials, diplomats, investors, business leaders, and policymakers from more than 43 countries.
Iziga-Eruchalu, a public health consultant, certified business and public administrator, researcher, humanitarian, and Managing Director of Glozig Limited and TConsult360, the only participant from South Eastern part of Nigeria described the conference as one of Africa’s most strategic economic gatherings.
“This isn’t just another conference; it is where real deals are made, real partnerships are built, and Africa’s economic future takes shape,” she said.
She noted that her participation was driven by a commitment to creating opportunities capable of advancing Enugu State, Nigeria, and the African continent.
“My goal is to connect, collaborate, and bring back opportunities that matter for Enugu, Nigeria and Africa at large,” she stated.
According to her, the forum provided a rare opportunity for African leaders, investors, and innovators to engage on trade expansion, infrastructure development, economic cooperation, and investment opportunities under the African Continental Free Trade framework.
The event featured the presence of the President of the African Union, the President of the African-Arab Women Chamber of Commerce, a former President of Chad, ministers, ambassadors, defence chiefs, and international delegates from countries including Turkey, Tunisia, Senegal, Cameroon, and Ghana.
Also in attendance were South Africa’s Commissioner for Infrastructure and Energy, Ms. Lerato Mataboge; Ghana’s Commissioner for Health, Humanitarian Affairs and Social Development, Amb. Amma Twum-Amoah; and Commissioner for Economic Development, Trade, Tourism, Industry and Minerals, Francisca Tatchouop Belobe.
Iziga-Eruchalu said Africa’s future depends largely on collaboration, innovation, and deliberate investments capable of transforming local economies and empowering young entrepreneurs across the continent.
