President Bola Tinubu has returned to Nigeria after participating, alongside some members of the Federal Executive Council, in the 2026 Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW 2026) held in the United Arab Emirates.
On the sidelines of the global sustainability summit, Nigeria signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) with the United Arab Emirates, a move aimed at strengthening bilateral economic relations between both countries.
The agreement is designed to deepen economic cooperation, boost trade and investment flows, promote technology transfer, and expand collaboration across critical sectors such as energy, infrastructure, agriculture, mining, and renewable energy.
Addressing participants at the summit, President Tinubu announced that Nigeria will host a joint Nigeria UAE INVESTOPIA in Lagos in February 2026.
The President said the initiative is targeted at attracting global investors and showcasing Nigeria’s growing investment opportunities.
The President further reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to climate action and sustainable development, disclosing that the country is working to mobilise up to 30 billion dollars annually in climate and green industrial finance.
He noted that the funds would support Nigeria’s ongoing energy transition reforms and efforts to expand electricity access nationwide.
President Tinubu’s participation at ADSW 2026 underscores Nigeria’s renewed drive to position itself as a key destination for sustainable investment while advancing economic growth, energy security, and climate resilience.