ABOUT BHSF

ABOUT US
BUSINESS & HOTELIERS STAKEHOLDERS FORUM (BHSF)
Uniting Businesses. Creating Opportunities. Strengthening Edo State.
The Business & Hoteliers Stakeholders Forum (BHSF) is a business and hospitality stakeholders' organization established to bring together business owners, hoteliers, entrepreneurs, investors, professionals, suppliers and other stakeholders under one strong and united platform.
BHSF was established with the understanding that businesses can achieve more when they connect, collaborate, speak with one voice and work together toward common goals.
Our focus is to create a strong business network that promotes business growth, networking, advocacy, investment, visibility, professional development and strategic partnerships while contributing to the economic development of Edo State.
OUR PURPOSE
Our purpose is to build a connected and sustainable business community where members can access opportunities, develop meaningful business relationships, protect their legitimate business interests and contribute to the growth of the economy.
We seek to bridge the gap between businesses, government, financial institutions, investors, customers, development organizations and other strategic partners.
Through collaboration, we aim to create an environment where businesses can not only survive but grow, compete and create opportunities for others.
OUR VISION
To become a leading business and hospitality stakeholders' network that connects Edo State businesses to opportunities, partnerships, investment, markets and global visibility.
We envision an Edo State where businesses work together, share opportunities, access the right networks and contribute meaningfully to employment, investment, tourism and economic development.
OUR MISSION
To unite businesses and hospitality stakeholders, promote their interests, facilitate business networking and partnerships, create access to opportunities, support capacity development and contribute to sustainable economic growth.
We are committed to creating practical platforms through which members can:
Connect with other businesses.
Access business networking opportunities.
Discover funding and financial opportunities.
Promote and increase the visibility of their businesses.
Engage government and relevant institutions.
Build strategic partnerships.
Access training and professional development.
Participate in joint business initiatives.
Reach new customers and markets.
Contribute to the development of Edo State.
WHAT WE DO
BHSF operates as a platform for business connection, advocacy, development and collaboration.
Business Networking
We create opportunities for members to meet, connect, exchange ideas, establish partnerships and generate business referrals.
Advocacy & Representation
We provide a platform for businesses to collectively identify common challenges and engage relevant stakeholders and government institutions toward constructive solutions.
Business Visibility
We help create opportunities for members to showcase their businesses through our digital platforms, events, directories, media engagements and collaborative marketing initiatives.
Training & Capacity Development
We support business owners and employees through seminars, workshops, training programmes and professional development initiatives.
Strategic Partnerships
We work toward partnerships with government agencies, financial institutions, corporations, investors, development organizations, educational institutions and other relevant stakeholders.
Hospitality Development
We support the professional growth and development of hotels, restaurants, event centres, tourism businesses and other hospitality-related enterprises.
Business Opportunities
We seek to connect members to relevant opportunities involving funding, procurement, investment, customers, suppliers, partnerships and market access.
OUR MEMBER-FIRST APPROACH
At BHSF, we believe that the strength of the Forum comes from the strength and participation of its members.
Our objective is therefore not simply to increase membership numbers, but to build a network where membership provides genuine value.
We are working toward developing:
A searchable BHSF Business Directory.
Verified business and membership records.
Business-to-business referral opportunities.
Collective marketing initiatives.
Group procurement opportunities.
Training and certification programmes.
Business matchmaking.
Mentorship and internship opportunities.
Hospitality and business development programmes.
Trade events and buyer-supplier meetings.
Digital platforms for communication and collaboration.
GOVERNMENT & PRIVATE SECTOR PARTNERSHIPS
BHSF believes that meaningful economic development requires effective collaboration between the public and private sectors.
We therefore seek strategic partnerships with:
Edo State Government.
Government Ministries, Departments and Agencies.
Financial institutions and banks.
Corporate organizations.
Investors.
Development organizations.
Tourism and hospitality institutions.
Educational institutions.
Travel and tourism organizations.
Suppliers and service providers.
Media organizations.
Local and international business networks.
Through these partnerships, BHSF aims to support initiatives that encourage investment, entrepreneurship, tourism development, job creation, business growth and economic opportunity.
OUR LONG-TERM DEVELOPMENT AGENDA
BHSF is building toward a sustainable platform capable of generating long-term value for its members and partners.
Our development agenda includes:
Edo Hospitality & Business Summit
An annual platform bringing together businesses, government, investors, industry experts and other stakeholders.
Business Training & Certification
Professional training programmes designed to improve business and hospitality standards.
Digital Business Directory
A platform where members can showcase their businesses and become easier to discover by potential customers and partners.
Business & Hospitality Database
Development of reliable business and hospitality-sector information to support networking, referrals, planning and industry development.
Collective Procurement
Exploring opportunities for members to benefit from group purchasing and negotiated supplier arrangements.
Trade Missions & Buyer Events
Connecting Edo businesses and hospitality operators with national and international buyers, investors and business partners.
Joint Marketing
Promoting Edo as a business, tourism and hospitality destination while creating greater visibility for member businesses.
Business Support & Resource Centre
A long-term objective to provide members with access to business information, support servi

one voice in business community

Welcome To Business & Hoteliers Stockholders Forum (BHSF)

BUSINESS & HOTELIERS STAKEHOLDERS FORUM (BHSF). Building Stronger Businesses. Connecting Opportunities. Growing Edo State.

Why Choose Us

WHY JOIN US

WHY SHOULD YOU JOIN BHSF?

ONE VOICE AGAINST HARSH POLICIES

When businesses speak together, our concerns are harder to ignore.

PROTECT YOUR BUSINESS

Stand with an organized body advocating for your business interests, fair treatment, tax transparency and protection from double taxation and illegal extortion.

BHSF WE DON’T JUST TALK, WE ACT!

Established in 2024 and officially registered in 2025, BHSF brings business owners together to pursue common interests and take collective action.

Our track record includes:

ELECTRICITY ADVOCACY

BHSF took legal action involving NERC and BEDC over concerns surrounding electricity tariff increases affecting businesses.

PROTECTING BUSINESS INTERESTS

BHSF submitted 35 petitions to relevant state and national authorities concerning concerns over alleged enforcement actions against hotels, calling for due process and protection of legitimate businesses.

PROTECT YOUR BUSINESS

tand with an organized body advocating for your business interests, fair treatment, tax transparency and protection from double taxation and illegal extortion

ABOUT BHSF

ABOUT US

BUSINESS & HOTELIERS STAKEHOLDERS FORUM (BHSF)

Uniting Businesses. Creating Opportunities. Strengthening Edo State.

The Business & Hoteliers Stakeholders Forum (BHSF) is a business and hospitality stakeholders' organization established to bring together business owners, hoteliers, entrepreneurs, investors, professionals, suppliers and other stakeholders under one strong and united platform.

BHSF was established with the understanding that businesses can achieve more when they connect, collaborate, speak with one voice and work together toward common goals.

Our focus is to create a strong business network that promotes business growth, networking, advocacy, investment, visibility, professional development and strategic partnerships while contributing to the economic development of Edo State.

OUR PURPOSE

Our purpose is to build a connected and sustainable business community where members can access opportunities, develop meaningful business relationships, protect their legitimate business interests and contribute to the growth of the economy.

We seek to bridge the gap between businesses, government, financial institutions, investors, customers, development organizations and other strategic partners.

Through collaboration, we aim to create an environment where businesses can not only survive but grow, compete and create opportunities for others.

OUR VISION

To become a leading business and hospitality stakeholders' network that connects Edo State businesses to opportunities, partnerships, investment, markets and global visibility.

We envision an Edo State where businesses work together, share opportunities, access the right networks and contribute meaningfully to employment, investment, tourism and economic development.

OUR MISSION

To unite businesses and hospitality stakeholders, promote their interests, facilitate business networking and partnerships, create access to opportunities, support capacity development and contribute to sustainable economic growth.

We are committed to creating practical platforms through which members can:

Connect with other businesses.

Access business networking opportunities.

Discover funding and financial opportunities.

Promote and increase the visibility of their businesses.

Engage government and relevant institutions.

Build strategic partnerships.

Access training and professional development.

Participate in joint business initiatives.

Reach new customers and markets.

Contribute to the development of Edo State.

WHAT WE DO

BHSF operates as a platform for business connection, advocacy, development and collaboration.

Business Networking

We create opportunities for members to meet, connect, exchange ideas, establish partnerships and generate business referrals.

Advocacy & Representation

We provide a platform for businesses to collectively identify common challenges and engage relevant stakeholders and government institutions toward constructive solutions.

Business Visibility

We help create opportunities for members to showcase their businesses through our digital platforms, events, directories, media engagements and collaborative marketing initiatives.

Training & Capacity Development

We support business owners and employees through seminars, workshops, training programmes and professional development initiatives.

Strategic Partnerships

We work toward partnerships with government agencies, financial institutions, corporations, investors, development organizations, educational institutions and other relevant stakeholders.

Hospitality Development

We support the professional growth and development of hotels, restaurants, event centres, tourism businesses and other hospitality-related enterprises.

Business Opportunities

We seek to connect members to relevant opportunities involving funding, procurement, investment, customers, suppliers, partnerships and market access.

OUR MEMBER-FIRST APPROACH

At BHSF, we believe that the strength of the Forum comes from the strength and participation of its members.

Our objective is therefore not simply to increase membership numbers, but to build a network where membership provides genuine value.

We are working toward developing:

A searchable BHSF Business Directory.

Verified business and membership records.

Business-to-business referral opportunities.

Collective marketing initiatives.

Group procurement opportunities.

Training and certification programmes.

Business matchmaking.

Mentorship and internship opportunities.

Hospitality and business development programmes.

Trade events and buyer-supplier meetings.

Digital platforms for communication and collaboration.

GOVERNMENT & PRIVATE SECTOR PARTNERSHIPS

BHSF believes that meaningful economic development requires effective collaboration between the public and private sectors.

We therefore seek strategic partnerships with:

Edo State Government.

Government Ministries, Departments and Agencies.

Financial institutions and banks.

Corporate organizations.

Investors.

Development organizations.

Tourism and hospitality institutions.

Educational institutions.

Travel and tourism organizations.

Suppliers and service providers.

Media organizations.

Local and international business networks.

Through these partnerships, BHSF aims to support initiatives that encourage investment, entrepreneurship, tourism development, job creation, business growth and economic opportunity.

OUR LONG-TERM DEVELOPMENT AGENDA

BHSF is building toward a sustainable platform capable of generating long-term value for its members and partners.

Our development agenda includes:

Edo Hospitality & Business Summit

An annual platform bringing together businesses, government, investors, industry experts and other stakeholders.

Business Training & Certification