Nigeria Diaspora Investment Summit, NDIS, recorded over ₦673 million worth of diaspora investment deals in 2024, according to the Chairman of Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, NiDCOM, Abike Dabiri-Erewa.
Dabiri-Erewa also revealed that since its inception in 2018, the Summit has contributed more than ₦500 million to the local economy through payments to service providers, creatives, and Small and Medium Enterprises, SMEs, engaged around the annual event.
Speaking at a media briefing ahead of the 2025 edition, she said the forthcoming summit aims to build on previous successes and deepen diaspora participation in national development.
President Bola Tinubu is expected to serve as the guest of honour at the eighth edition of the Summit, which will take place from November 11-13 in Abuja.
This year’s event with the theme: “Fast-Tracking Regional and National Development by Mobilising Diaspora Investment,” is projected to attract no fewer than 3,000 participants, both physically and virtually.
She said, “We are determined to build on this momentum. This year, we will continue to spotlight sectors critical to Nigeria’s transformation: Finance and Fintech; ICT; Creative Industries, Sports and Entertainment; Agribusiness; Healthcare; Education; Real Estate and Infrastructure; Manufacturing and Energy.”
Dabiri-Erewa added, “We are honoured that President Tinubu will once again serve as the Special Guest of Honour, and we anticipate the participation of distinguished guests.
