In a landmark event highlighting the convergence of policy, technology, and economic growth, Senator Aminu Iya Abbas Chairman of the Senate Committee on Science, Technology, and Innovation, representing the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Banking, Insurance and Other Financial Institutions delivered a commanding keynote address on Tuesday during the grand inauguration of Canary Point Holding Limited’s new corporate headquarters in Lagos.
Serving as the lead guest of honor, Senator Abbas anchored the national discourse on the vital intersection of technology, digital resilience, and modern financial infrastructure, emphasizing their role in steering institutional innovation and long-term economic prosperity across Nigeria.
Senator Abbas commended Canary Point Holding Limited for its expansive contributions to Nigeria’s financial services and technology sectors.
He strongly underscored that the integration of cutting-edge technology and robust cybersecurity frameworks is no longer optional, but rather foundational for ensuring the competitiveness, sustainability, and public trust of modern financial institutions.
Through his leadership, Senator Abbas reinforced the legislative arm’s dedication to maintaining an enabling business environment that champions innovation, institutional excellence, and sustainable economic development.
Adding immense weight to the high-profile gathering was the Deputy Governor of Lagos State and APC 2027 Gubernatorial Candidate, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat.
Dr. Hamzat emphasized the indispensable role of private sector investments in stimulating local economic activity, generating vital employment opportunities, and reinforcing the nation’s financial services architecture.
Highlighting the legislative and executive synergy, he noted that effective collaboration between government agencies and private innovators remains the cornerstone of developing practical financing solutions particularly in making homeownership more accessible to low- and middle-income earners through optimized mortgage and real estate frameworks.
He lauded the leadership and impressive trajectory of Canary Point Holding, describing its multi-sectoral growth as a true testament to indigenous entrepreneurial vision and strategic execution.
Dr. Hamzat further challenged the group to prioritize deep-seated digital resilience, rigorously protect financial transactions against evolving cyber threats, and foster healthy internal competition across its growing chain of business subsidiaries.
The event also featured inspiring remarks from the Group Managing Director of Canary Point Holding, Mr. Idris Ibrahim, who traced the organization’s growth from its foundational roots. He recounted how early insights gained at Sebastian Bureau de Change revealed the broader economic impacts behind everyday financial transactions from facilitating international school fees to supporting cross-border enterprise which catalyzed a steady wave of corporate expansion.
Concluding the landmark ceremony, leaders from both the National Assembly and the Lagos State Government, spearheaded by Dr. Hamzat, reiterated their unified commitment to fostering a thriving ecosystem that empowers indigenous innovation and secures Nigeria’s economic future.