Nigeria will host the World Investment Summit 2026, a global event designed to position the country as a premier destination for international capital and partnerships. The announcement was made by the Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC) during a pre‑summit dinner in Abuja, where the official summit logo and agenda were unveiled.
Prince Adeniyi Matthew, Director‑General of PFIPC, highlighted Nigeria’s vast potential and global opportunities, describing the nation as poised on the threshold of a new era. He said the country is ready to unlock its potential and become a beacon of growth and prosperity in Africa.
The summit, themed “Unlocking Capital, Accelerating Development, Driving Prosperity,” is expected to attract an estimated $5 trillion in foreign direct investment, marking a bold step toward economic transformation and sustainable development. It will be held in Abuja from April 27‑30, 2026, and will draw more than 80 heads of state and government, 96 ministers, 800 speakers, and 8,000 participants from around the world.
Nigeria’s youthful population and access to a $3 trillion market under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) provide a compelling case for global investors across diverse sectors. The PFIPC emphasized the need to strengthen local enterprises, especially small and medium‑sized businesses, as a foundation for a resilient economy. Supporting local businesses to recover and thrive is presented as equally important to attracting foreign investment, because strong domestic enterprises create a stable environment that benefits both communities and international investors.
The summit will culminate in the adoption of the Abuja Investment Declaration, a continental charter for sustainable investment facilitation. This moment represents a defining milestone for Nigeria and Africa’s integration into global investment flows, reaffirming the nation’s commitment to driving prosperity through partnership, innovation, and policy reform.
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