By Ebuka Goodluck|ABNews| January 14, 2026
Nigeria is set to welcome global investors to Lagos in February as President Bola Ahmed Tinubu announced that the country will co-host Investopia with the United Arab Emirates (UAE), marking another step in Nigeria’s push to attract sustainable investments and deepen international partnerships.
The President made the disclosure on Tuesday at the 2026 Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, where Nigeria and the UAE also sealed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) aimed at expanding trade and cooperation across key sectors, including renewable energy, infrastructure, logistics, digital trade, aviation and agriculture.
President Tinubu described the agreement as a landmark deal that reflects a shared commitment by both countries to long-term economic collaboration and inclusive growth. He said the partnership would unlock new opportunities for businesses and create lasting benefits for citizens of both nations.
The signing ceremony was witnessed by UAE President, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan; Nigeria’s Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr. Jumoke Oduwole; and the UAE Minister of Foreign Trade, Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi.
According to the President, Investopia Lagos will serve as a high-level platform bringing together investors, innovators, policymakers and business leaders to convert ideas into real investments and partnerships.
He used the forum to outline Nigeria’s climate and energy ambitions, revealing plans to mobilise up to $30 billion annually in green and climate finance as the country advances energy transition reforms and expands electricity access nationwide.
President Tinubu also called for reforms in the global financial system to ease access to sustainable finance for developing economies, stressing the need for blended finance and risk-sharing mechanisms rather than heavy reliance on sovereign guarantees.
Highlighting ongoing reforms, he pointed to the Electricity Act 2023, the establishment of a national carbon market framework, and major funding initiatives aimed at expanding renewable energy and clean power access to millions of Nigerians.
The President reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2060 while sustaining industrial growth, noting that recent economic reforms have already driven a 21 per cent increase in non-oil exports and secured over $50 billion in investment commitments.
He concluded by inviting international partners to explore opportunities in Nigeria’s critical minerals and green industrial sectors, assuring investors of a government focused on transparency, value addition and shared prosperity.
