Nigeria's $500m Sukuk Approval Boosts Ethical Capital Surge in Africa

The Nigerian Securities Exchange Commission's approval of a $500 million international Sukuk is expected to enhance ethical financing and attract new investments for infrastructure development in the country. Dr.

Emomotimi Agama highlighted the significance of Islamic finance in Africa, with countries like Egypt, Kenya, Tanzania, Senegal, and Ghana also strengthening their frameworks to attract Shariah-compliant investments. The move reflects Nigeria's efforts to tap into ethical financing for economic growth.

Ms. Ummahani Amin emphasized the potential of Islamic finance to bridge the annual infrastructure financing gap in Africa estimated at $130-170 billion.