IIF Workshop Advances Gender-Smart Investing in Nigeria

The Impact Investor Foundation (IIF) organized a high-level workshop in Lagos to advance gender-smart investing, translating Nigeria's gender inclusivity commitments into concrete investment actions. The event, held at the Four Points by Sheraton, brought together investors, policymakers, and development partners to explore the integration of gender and social inclusivity in capital allocation decisions.

Following the 2025 launch of Nigeria's Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) Roadmap, IIF's Chief Executive Officer, Etomor Glover, highlighted the workshop as a critical step toward a truly inclusive financial ecosystem. The workshop featured contributions from Elizabeth Davidsen, CEO of GSG, and Mr. N.

Esuabana, who represented Dr. Abia Nsikak, emphasizing the role of private capital in fostering economic growth. Technical sessions led by PwC outlined gender-smart principles for investment, while case studies from Alitheia Capital demonstrated the financial returns of gender-lens investing.

The workshop concluded with a commitment from participants to align institutional policies with investment practices to deepen Nigeria's impact investment market.