By Dr. James Robinson, Cardoso underlined fintech as a driver of Nigeria’s broader economic diversification agenda. He noted that Nigerian banks expanding into other African markets reflect the nation’s growing capacity to compete globally.
Themed “The Nigeria Investment Agenda: Pathways for Growth & Global Partnerships,” the event drew top financial leaders from JPMorgan Chase, Citi, and Standard Chartered, alongside prominent members of Nigeria’s diaspora and corporate sector.
Deputy Governor Muhammad Sani Abdullahi outlined major reforms already reshaping the economy — from the removal of fuel subsidies to a unified exchange rate — stating that these policies have fundamentally repositioned Nigeria’s economic trajectory.
Investor confidence is rebounding. “Nigeria was the biggest empty room in Emerging Markets two years ago. That’s changed,” remarked Ahmad Zuaiter of Jadara Capital. JPMorgan’s Joyce Chang praised the government’s reform drive, saying Nigeria now “leads many peers in transparency and structure.”
Dr. Robinson echoed the event’s optimistic tone, emphasizing the role of the Nigerian diaspora in global investment flows. With rising foreign exchange liquidity and narrowing market premiums, Nigeria is now positioning itself as a standout destination for innovation-led growth in Africa.
