WIEG Sets Stage for Transformative Investment Summit in Lagos
Nigeria is preparing to host a landmark international investment summit as the World International Economic Group (WIEG) Nigeria brings its globally recognised platform to Lagos on February 25–26, 2026. The event, which marks WIEG’s first summit in Nigeria and is themed “From Policy to Capital: Unlocking Enterprise Growth for Sustainable Development,” is expected to catalyse enterprise growth, attract foreign capital, and strengthen investor confidence in Africa’s largest economy.
At a pre-summit press briefing, WIEG spokesperson Mr Bassey Effiong described the summit as a “structured pathway from policy to capital to enterprise growth.” He explained that while Nigeria has made strides in supporting MSMEs, cooperatives, and women-led businesses, challenges such as limited access to structured investment, weak compliance, and fragmented engagement between policymakers and investors continue to hinder progress. The summit, he said, is designed to close these gaps by offering curated participation, structured engagement, and post-summit continuity.
The two-day event will convene pre-screened MSMEs, cooperatives, investors, DFIs, and development partners in a private sector-led forum. Sessions will focus on investment readiness, policy-to-market dialogue, and matchmaking opportunities, while follow-up mechanisms will ensure measurable outcomes long after the summit concludes.
Effiong emphasised that the summit is non-partisan, carries no financial burden on government partners, and yet aligns with national policy objectives. The significance of the summit extends beyond its immediate agenda. It is expected to deliver tangible results in job creation, enterprise growth, women’s economic empowerment, stronger cooperative engagement, and improved investor confidence. For Nigeria, the summit represents a rare opportunity to translate policy frameworks into market-driven outcomes, positioning Lagos as a hub for global investment dialogue.
WIEG Nigeria Mandate, the local operational arm of the Kuala Lumpur–based WIEG Group, is formally registered with Nigeria’s Corporate Affairs Commission and tasked with mobilising global capital, facilitating trade, and driving sustainable development across the country. With recognition from the United Nations and ISO certifications, WIEG has built alliances with more than 5,000 organisations worldwide, reinforcing its credibility as a trusted investment facilitator.
Globally, WIEG operates as a multi-sectoral platform integrating investment facilitation, trade, community development, humanitarian action, and enterprise growth across emerging and frontier markets. Its Nigeria mandate is committed to unlocking economic potential by empowering enterprises, facilitating trade, and attracting foreign direct investment into community-based and strategic national projects.
The Lagos summit is poised to be a turning point for Nigeria’s investment ecosystem. For MSMEs, cooperatives, and women-led enterprises, it offers structured access to capital and global trade networks. For investors, it provides a transparent, standards-driven platform backed by international recognition. And for policymakers, it represents a chance to see national priorities translated into tangible market outcomes. In the words of Effiong, “This summit is about creating a structured pathway from policy to capital to enterprise growth. We look forward to working with the press and partners to ensure clear and impactful reporting that reflects the transformative potential of this initiative.”
