The Abuja Business Investment Expo, a premier event for global business leaders, is set to attract more than 500 high-level participants from 40 countries.
The expo will take place from October 22 to 25, 2025, at the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre in Abuja.
Hosted by the Abuja Investment Company Limited (AICL), with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, as Chief Host, this year’s expo will highlight diverse investment opportunities. The event will showcase the Federal Capital Territory, other sub-national regions and various emerging markets.
Attendees will include top government officials, industry leaders, policymakers, international investors, diplomats, financiers, and innovators from around the world. The annual gathering aims to foster collaboration and drive economic growth by connecting key players in the global market.
This year’s theme, “Empowering Sustainable Growth: Unlocking Potential in Emerging Markets,” highlights the critical importance of innovative and inclusive approaches to economic development.
It will also feature panel discussions, keynote speeches, business matchmaking sessions, stimulating debates and interactive networking opportunities that will make a lasting impression on attendees.
The Expo is part of a broader vision of the Minister of the FCT to reposition Abuja as a global investment hub, foster sustainable urban development, and drive economic diversification through strategic partnerships and private sector engagement.
According to the Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of AICL, Dr. Maureen Tamuno, this convergence of diverse perspectives will not only explore investment opportunities but also address the pressing challenges facing emerging markets, paving the way for practical solutions and actionable strategies.
She highlighted the primary objectives of the investment summit to include showcasing the economic and investment potential in the FCT across various sectors; providing a forum for dialogue between policymakers, investors, and stakeholders to address challenges and opportunities in Abuja’s business environment.
Others are: facilitating collaborations between government agencies and private sector entities to drive innovation and economic growth; connecting local entrepreneurs with international businesses, investors, and development, as well as fostering a robust knowledge exchange platform that empowers stakeholders with insights into investment trends, regulatory frameworks, and market opportunities.