VP Shettima Promotes Nigeria’s Investment Potential at WEF 2025

 Kashim Shettima, the Vice President of Nigeria, has issued a compelling invitation to global investors, urging them to explore Nigeria's vast and growing investment opportunities. Speaking at the prestigious "Roadmap to Co-create Investment Opportunities for Africa's Frontier Markets" forum during the 2025 World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland, Shettima underscored the country's readiness for modernization and its commitment to fostering global partnerships.

In his address, Shettima detailed ambitious projects that reflect Nigeria's and the African continent's forward-thinking approach to economic growth. Among the highlighted initiatives were the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), the Calabar-Lagos Coastal Highway, and the West African Gas Pipeline. He referred to these initiatives as transformative steps that not only integrate regional economies but also demonstrate commitment to enhancing the ease of doing business on the continent.

Shettima reassured stakeholders about Nigeria's determination to create a business-friendly environment under the leadership of President Bola Tinubu. By implementing bold economic reforms and prioritizing infrastructure development, the administration is working to position Nigeria as an attractive destination for international trade and investment. Specific measures such as improved regulatory frameworks, tax incentives, and security enhancements were cited as evidence of this commitment.

Addressing concerns over Africa's global image, Shettima sought to counter persistent negative perceptions about the continent. He likened Africa's economic and investment potential to a "sleeping giant" on the cusp of an awakening, one that is poised to assume a position of global significance. The Vice President also urged world leaders and investors not to overlook Africa's capacity for innovation, its youthful workforce, and its expansive consumer markets, all of which hold immense untapped potential.

In conclusion, Shettima's optimistic message resonated with investors and policymakers alike, inviting collaboration with Africa's most populous country, Nigeria. Nigeria's attendance at the 2025 WEF matched the nation's ambition to secure a stronger voice in shaping global economic policies and solidify its role as a gateway to Africa's frontier markets.