
Nigeria to launch first national house at World Economic Forum
Nigeria is preparing to unveil its inaugural Nigeria House at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting. This marks the country’s first national house presence in the forum’s history, aiming to enhance investment engagement and policy dialogue. Dr Jumoke Oduwole, Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, highlighted the initiative as a commitment to reforms and credible partnerships. The Nigeria House will serve as a platform for connecting government, investors, and innovators during the five-day Davos week.
TLDR
- Nigeria House Davos will offer an invitation-only space for investment, policy dialogue, and cultural exchange along the Davos Promenade.
- The platform targets government leaders, CEOs, investors, development institutions, and cultural leaders amid global economic shifts.
- Dr Jumoke Oduwole emphasized the focus on reforms, foreign direct investment, and sustainable value creation.
- The initiative is structured around four economic pillars: mining, trade/agriculture, climate/energy, digital/creative economy, with each pillar having a dedicated day.
- The debut is supported by sponsors from finance, infrastructure, energy, and philanthropy, and is executed by Eviola & Co Integrated Services Ltd with several partners.