Nigeria is set to host the World Investment Summit 2026, a global event aimed at positioning the country as a premier destination for international capital and partnerships. The Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC) announced this at a pre-summit dinner in Abuja, where the official summit logo and agenda were unveiled.
The Director-General of PFIPC, Prince Adeniyi Matthew, stated that Nigeria’s vast potential and global opportunity make it the perfect host for the event. He emphasized that the country stands at the threshold of a new era, poised to unlock its vast potential and become a beacon of growth and prosperity in Africa.
The World Investment Summit is expected to attract an estimated $5 trillion in foreign direct investment, signaling a bold step toward economic transformation and sustainable development. The event will take place in Abuja from April 27 to 30, 2026, and will draw over 80 heads of state and government, 96 ministers, 800 speakers, and 8,000 participants from around the world.
The summit is themed “Unlocking Capital, Accelerating Development, Driving Prosperity” and will provide a platform for investment opportunities, global partnerships, and policy discussions that drive inclusive growth. Nigeria’s youthful population and access to a $3 trillion market under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) present a compelling case for global investors across diverse sectors.
The PFIPC emphasized the importance of strengthening local enterprises, particularly small and medium-sized businesses, in building a resilient economy. It noted that helping local businesses recover and thrive is just as important as attracting foreign investments, as strong local enterprises create a stable environment that benefits both communities and international investors.
The World Investment Summit 2026 will culminate in the adoption of the Abuja Investment Declaration, a continental charter for sustainable investment facilitation. This represents a defining moment for Nigeria and Africa’s integration into global investment flows, reaffirming the nation’s commitment to driving prosperity through partnership, innovation, and policy reform.