Bolaji Lawal-Sofoluwe MBE

Founder/MD @etk_group | Africa Business Expansions |Entrepreneurship Expert @OxfordECentre | @tradegovUK Export Champion | Chair @BGEN_Intl God & Family 1st

[Bolaji Lawal-Sofoluwe MBE @Blajay]

"There are never any traffic jams on the extra mile.." ~ Brian Tracy #quote

[ETK Africa @etk_group]

ETK has been awarded @TheKingsAwards for Enterprise in International Trade, the UK’s highest business honour.

One of only 185 organisations across the UK recognised in 2026.

And we didn’t receive this award for exporting alone. We received it for execution across Africa.

[Bolaji Lawal-Sofoluwe MBE @Blajay]

Thank you so much for your support! Such a great event hosted by our long standing partners. Now the heavy lifting begins…

[UK in Nigeria🇬🇧🇳🇬 @UKinNigeria]

DHC @JonnyBaxterFCDO was delighted to host the launch of Momentum - a UK‑developed platform by ETK Group supporting businesses in Nigeria.

Linking support to measurable outcomes, it will boost finance access, export readiness & climate resilience.

#GrowUKNG
#UKNKPartnerships

[Nairametrics @Nairametrics]

Dangote Refinery is reshaping Nigeria’s energy landscape.

Operating at capacity, sourcing crude at international prices, and focusing on domestic supply, it has eased queues and stabilized availability—even if pump prices remain high.

Beyond fuel, the refinery drives jobs, housing, and new business opportunities in Lagos. But with global oil risks looming, the debate around subsidies and interventions lingers.

Watch the full episode on YouTube @nairametrics.tv

https://t.co/yjTvLiSK0c

Drinks and Mics is proudly sponsored by @ledropnigeria , @mandilasgroup , @uacfoodsng .

[Bolaji Lawal-Sofoluwe MBE @Blajay]

This wasn't a just any event, it was matchmaking at its finest. Well done Team @etk_group and @katmarketing_ and to all our partners. Thanks @julianaolayinka @channelstv for the excellent coverage!

[Juliana Olayinka @JulianaOlayinka]

HAPPENING NOW: Nigeria–UK trade talks move beyond London as the NBCC 2026 Trade Mission kicks off in Essex — bringing together investors, policymakers and business leaders for deal-focused matchmaking and cross-border partnerships.

[Channels Television @channelstv]

Nigeria’s push to deepen trade and investment ties with the United Kingdom is moving beyond the capital as the Nigerian-British Chamber of Commerce launches its 2026 UK Trade Mission in Essex.

The opening event, “Beyond London,” brings together business leaders, investors and policymakers for targeted matchmaking and deal-focused discussions, with a spotlight on sectors ranging from green energy to advanced manufacturing.

Channels Television’s Juliana Olayinka reports.

[Chatham House @ChathamHouse]

The Global Trade Conference 2026 continues with ‘Evolution or revolution: the future of the international trade system’, examining how tariffs, geopolitical disruption, and shifting regional dynamics are reshaping global trade norms, while exploring the priorities of the WTO, regional alternatives, and strategies for business resilience.

🗨️ 'So trade is one of the most technically complex areas of economic policy. What we've found in recent years is that there's been a drift away from the technical element of trade policy formulation and implementation. Needless to say, with certain administrations, that has been more pronounced than others, and it's become more ideological than practical.'

- Bolaji Sofoluwe MBE, Founder and Managing Director, ETK Group

Speakers:
▪️ Deborah Elms, Head of Trade Policy, Hinrich Foundation
▪️ Ambassador Philip Fox-Drummond Gough, Secretary of Economic and Financial Affairs, Brazilian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (virtual)
▪️ Steven Lynch MBE, Director, International Trade, British Chamber of Commerce
▪️ Bright Okogu, Chef de Cabinet, World Trade Organization
▪️ Bolaji Sofoluwe MBE, Founder and Managing Director, ETK Group

Chair:
▪️ Rem Korteweg, Associate Fellow, Global Economy and Finance Programme, Chatham House

Find out more 🔗 https://t.co/19LdKiZHSJ

#CHGlobalTrade #ChathamHouse #GlobalTrade

[The Royal Family @RoyalFamily]

Welcome to Windsor! 🇬🇧🇳🇬

It was wonderful to welcome President Tinubu and First Lady, Mrs. Tinubu to Windsor Castle earlier today.

They joined The King and Queen for a Ceremonial Welcome in the Quadrangle, where President Tinubu was invited to inspect the Guard of Honour.

[Bolaji Lawal-Sofoluwe MBE @Blajay]

@jobaoloba Aww thanks Bruv!

[Bolaji Lawal-Sofoluwe MBE @Blajay]

😭💔

[Liverpool FC @LFC]

Our lad from Portugal. Forever ❤️

[Tayo Oviosu 🗽 @oviosu]

To all those building for Africa. Keep this at the forefront:

By 2050, Africa's population will double from 1.3 billion to approximately 2.5 billion, making it the fastest-growing population globally.

The continent will have the world's largest middle class, over 500 million people.

Nigeria will become the world's third most populous country, behind India and China.

Africa is the future! Let's build for the future!

[Oxford Saïd Entrepreneurship Centre @OxfordECentre]

A huge congratulations to @ddenissmith (oNetwork member) and @Blajay (#entrepreneurship expert) who was included in the #NewYearHonours list. 🏅

It is an 'honour' for us to have you both in our pool of experts and on-hand to help our students.
https://t.co/Kn8nwHU8EG

@OxfordSBS

[African Export-Import Bank - Afreximbank @afreximbank]

How can global collaborations drive expansion and unlock new opportunities for Africa in global trade?

Yesterday, on the sidelines of the ongoing World Economic Forum @wef in Davos, Afreximbank President Prof. Benedict Oramah led a high-level delegation to a meeting with the Swiss Federal Council, State Secretariat, and State Councils at the House of Switzerland.

Switzerland, a key center of trade for Europe, offers immense opportunities for Africa to expand its economic reach and deepen trade ties. Discussions with leaders such as @DefrWbf Federal Councillor Guy Bernard Parmelin @ParmelinG @DBachmann_ge and State Secretary, Helene Budliger Artieda @SECO_StateSec centered on fostering economic collaboration, strengthening trade relations, and leveraging Switzerland’s strategic position to drive sustainable growth across both regions.

This partnership with Switzerland's SECO (Swiss Federal Office for Economic Affairs and Employment) is a critical step in creating new pathways for African businesses and economies to thrive on a global stage.

#Afreximbank #GlobalPartnerships #AfricaTrade #WEF2025 #Davos

[Rotus @Rotankwot]

“Nigerian SMEs are super heroes” - Bolaji Sofoluwe, MBE, MD, Co-founder, @etk_group

Watch our full @ARISEtv interview here https://t.co/i0IGrmrZSo 👈🏽

[Bolaji Lawal-Sofoluwe MBE @Blajay]

@NaijaFlyingDr @ARISEtv Brilliant as usual!

[Bolaji Lawal-Sofoluwe MBE @Blajay]

@julianaolayinka Thank you so much dear! Can't wait to catch up!

[Bolaji Lawal-Sofoluwe MBE @Blajay]

Honoured to be recognised for exceptional services to sustainable business growth, female entrepreneurs and international trade.

[Department for Business and Trade @biztradegovuk]

Congratulations to all those named in the 2025 New Year Honours List, who have been recognised for outstanding contributions to the UK economy, including exporters, innovators and business leaders 🎉

Read the Honours list here 👉 https://t.co/xUZJJQGZuc

#NY25Honours

[Bolaji Lawal-Sofoluwe MBE @Blajay]

Kicking of the Import Export show 2024! ⁦@IOExport⁩

[Bolaji Lawal-Sofoluwe MBE @Blajay]

@NaijaFlyingDr @HealthCapAfrica Yes 👏👏👏

[Bloomberg Africa @BloombergAfrica]

Investors are eyeing high-yield foreign currency bonds from Nigeria, Gabon and Kenya ahead of an anticipated US Federal Reserve rate cut in September https://t.co/FZw7ww3OdQ