Foreign investors and diaspora Nigerians have expressed strong interest in FCT investments at the inaugural Abuja Investment Summit in London.
The British African Business Alliance Limited plans to inject $3.5 billion into 15 key FCT projects, according to Chairman David Smith. “We’re excited about injecting $3.5 billion into about 15 projects in Abuja,” Smith stated.
Representing Minister Nyesom Wike, AICL CEO Ambassador Maureen Tamuno declared “Abuja is open for business, and now is the time to engage.”
The summit, themed “Investment Opportunities in Africa’s Gateway; Nigeria,” positioned Abuja as both Nigeria’s political capital and rising economic powerhouse. AICL’s Chief Investment Officer Dr. Abiodun Akanbi highlighted opportunities in technology, real estate, entertainment, agribusiness, tourism, and infrastructure.
NiDCOM Chairman Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa encouraged diaspora investment, while other speakers emphasized Nigeria’s readiness for global partnerships under President Tinubu’s reforms.
The summit marks a milestone in Abuja’s quest to attract international investment, with 17 major projects ready for commissioning, including the upgraded Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre.
