Tinubu Urges Diaspora Nigerians to Invest in Nigeria
President Bola Tinubu, represented by his Chief of Staff, Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, addressed Nigerians in the Diaspora at the Nigeria Diaspora Economic Conference (NIDEC) 2026 held at the Apollo Convention Centre in Toronto, Canada. He urged them to view Nigeria as a prime destination for investment, expertise, and entrepreneurial initiatives.
Tinubu praised the contributions of Nigerians abroad, recognizing their role as ambassadors and their significant impact on the global economy. He assured attendees that ongoing government reforms aim to strengthen the economy and improve the business environment.
The conference, themed “Thrive Abroad, Invest in Nigeria,” was the first of its kind, organized by Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM). Tinubu highlighted Nigeria's economic recovery indicators, including a real GDP growth of 3.89% in Q1 2026 and a projected 4.1% growth by the International Monetary Fund for the year.
He called on the diaspora to contribute not only capital but also knowledge and technology to accelerate Nigeria's development.
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