President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Tuesday announced that Nigeria will co-host Investopia with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in Lagos in February, describing the platform as a key step in attracting global investors and accelerating sustainable investment into Nigeria.
The announcement was made public in a statement by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information & Strategy. Speaking at the 2026 Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW), President Tinubu said Investopia would bring together investors, innovators, policymakers, and business leaders to convert opportunities into concrete investment commitments.
“We warmly invite our partners to join us and help build the next chapter of sustainable and shared prosperity for Nigeria, Africa, and the world,” he said.
President Tinubu also described Nigeria’s Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) with the UAE as a historic and strategic pact that will deepen cooperation in renewable energy, infrastructure, aviation, logistics, agriculture, digital trade, and climate-smart development.
He told the summit that Nigeria is targeting the mobilisation of up to $30 billion annually in climate and green industrial finance as the country accelerates energy transition reforms and expands electricity access nationwide.
“The foundation of every modern economy is electricity. As an emerging economy in the Global South, we understand the delicate balance between industrialisation and decarbonisation, ensuring neither is pursued at the expense of the other,” he said.
The President also called for reforms to the global financial system, urging a shift away from heavy reliance on sovereign guarantees in favour of blended finance and first-loss capital mechanisms to unlock private investment for green projects.
Highlighting Nigeria’s climate governance measures, he noted the adoption of a National Carbon Market Activation Policy and the launch of a National Carbon Registry, which he said will improve transparency and investor confidence.
“These steps strengthen governance and ensure that investors have confidence in our climate and green projects,” he said.
On energy-sector reforms, President Tinubu emphasised the Electricity Act 2023, which enables decentralised power generation and distribution, particularly to underserved communities.
“The foundation of industrialisation is reliable electricity, and we are delivering it nationwide,” he said.
Reaffirming Nigeria’s commitment to sustainable growth, the President stressed the country’s net-zero target:
“Nigeria remains committed to net-zero emissions by 2060 while pursuing industrial growth and universal electricity access.”
He also invited foreign investors to participate in Nigeria’s lithium and critical minerals sector, highlighting the government’s focus on local processing and value addition.
Finally, President Tinubu noted the impact of ongoing economic reforms
“Non-oil exports have grown by 21 per cent, supported by a more diversified product base. Capital importation has risen, and Nigeria now has over $50 billion in investment commitments across key sectors.”
“We are ready to work with partners across the world to ensure that the next era of development is not only green and inclusive, but just and enduring.”