BY ABUBAKAR YUSUF
With Barrister Nzenwo Nyesom Wike CON as the FCT Minister, the discovery of the potentials of the nation’s city as the hub of haywire investments is no longer in doubt, as many organizations, both local and global scramble to have their feet in the city through healthy competition.
Considering the vision and mission of the Minister to provide all necessary cooperation, enabling environment and visible development of the city in all areas, no doubt the need for more investments in all areas became needful.
This was buttressed by the official reports by the government agency in charge of statistics and assessment, the National Bureau of Statistics, NBS, how the FCT has become the stable for investors, investments and abode that had placed Lagos second against the previous ratings.
While matching words to actions by creating an enabling environment, the Minister has expanded the program geared towards reality by commencing consultations with relevant bodies, to ensure the realization of the dream for a new laced with not only development, but investments city and more investors.
Therefore, with deeper commitment, relevant agencies of FCT charged to deploy facilities like the Abuja investment company, AICL was mandated by the Minister to play the game according to rules , by taking the decision to another level and making it realizable in no distant time .
Aside attractions to the global world, concerted efforts must be put in place to exhaust local investors inline with policy of indiginisation, local content among many others.
The program has started yielding results with the launch of Abuja Business Investment Expo, launched for global investors, business leaders that attracted more than 500 high level participants which included about 40 countries that demonstrated their interests in investing in the FCT economy.
With the FCT as the global investment hub and Nigeria by and large positioned to boost not only the country’s economy, but generate employment opportunities, revenues and increase the current GDP to a more acceptable situation.
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“The Abuja Business Investment Expo, a premier event for global business leaders, is set to attract more than 500 high-level participants from 40 countries.”
“The expo will take place from October 22 to 25, 2025, at the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre in Abuja.”
“Hosted by the Abuja Investment Company Limited (AICL), with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, as Chief Host, this year’s expo will highlight diverse investment opportunities. The event will showcase the Federal Capital Territory, other sub-national regions and various emerging markets.”
“Attendees will include top government officials, industry leaders, policymakers, international investors, diplomats, financiers, and innovators from around the world. The annual gathering aims to foster collaboration and drive economic growth by connecting key players in the global market.”
“This year’s theme, “Empowering Sustainable Growth: Unlocking Potential in Emerging Markets,” highlights the critical importance of innovative and inclusive approaches to economic development.”
“It will also feature panel discussions, keynote speeches, business matchmaking sessions, stimulating debates and interactive networking opportunities that will make a lasting impression on attendees.”
“The Expo is part of a broader vision of the Minister of the FCT to reposition Abuja as a global investment hub, foster sustainable urban development, and drive economic diversification through strategic partnerships and private sector engagement.”
“According to the Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of AICL, Dr. Maureen Tamuno, this convergence of diverse perspectives will not only explore investment opportunities but also address the pressing challenges facing emerging markets, paving the way for practical solutions and actionable strategies.”
“She highlighted the primary objectives of the investment summit to include showcasing the economic and investment potential in the FCT across various sectors; providing a forum for dialogue between policymakers, investors, and stakeholders to address challenges and opportunities in Abuja’s business environment.”
“Others are: facilitating collaborations between government agencies and private sector entities to drive innovation and economic growth; connecting local entrepreneurs with international businesses, investors, and development, as well as fostering a robust knowledge exchange platform that empowers stakeholders with insights into investment trends, regulatory frameworks, and market opportunities.”
Having successfully hosted the program with the mandate of the FCT Minister, no doubt global investors will be more interested in investing in the fast growing economy of the nation’s city with leadership in high demands for further development in all areas.
