February 12, (THEWILL) — Nigeria attracted $21 billion in capital importation between January and October 2025, marking a sharp rise in foreign investment inflows and signalling renewed investor confidence in the economy, the Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment has said.
The minister disclosed that the figure represents a 75 percent increase compared to the $12 billion recorded in the corresponding period of 2024 and a dramatic rebound from less than $4 billion posted in 2023 at the height of foreign exchange volatility and macroeconomic uncertainty.
She attributed the surge to ongoing economic reforms, strategic global investment engagements and efforts to reposition Nigeria as a competitive investment destination.
According to her, the ministry curated over $5 billion in bankable projects, established sector-focused investment platforms and conducted more than 100 bilateral engagements with partners including the United Kingdom, United States, United Arab Emirates, Brazil, and Japan. Investors from the United Kingdom accounted for about 65 percent of the total inflows.
The capital importation growth coincides with improved trade performance, as Nigeria recorded a trade surplus in 2025, with total trade valued at about ₦113 trillion in the first nine months and exports rising by 11 percent to $6.1 billion.
She stressed that sustaining the momentum would depend on policy consistency and adequate funding support to attract long-term investment.
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