By Muhyideen Jimoh
Abuja, Jan. 9, 2026 (NAN) – In a significant move to assert its place on the global economic stage, the Federal Government has announced the establishment of ‘Nigeria House, Davos,’ a dedicated sovereign platform ahead of the 56th Annual World Economic Forum (WEF) meeting from January 19-23, 2026, in Davos, Switzerland.
This initiative, revealed in a statement by Mr. Abiodun Oladunjoye, Director of Information and Public Relations at the State House, marks a pivotal shift in Nigeria’s international economic diplomacy. For the first time, Nigeria will have an official National House on the prestigious Davos Promenade, joining a league of leading nations that have long used such physical hubs to drive influence, narrative, and deal-making.
Beyond a Venue: A Strategic Narrative Tool
Nigeria House Davos is far more than a meeting space; it is a curated platform designed to directly shape the global perception of Nigeria’s economy. Its core mission is to systematically showcase the country’s ongoing economic reforms under the Renewed Hope Agenda, its institutional readiness for investment, and its vibrant cultural identity. The goal is unambiguous: to boost foreign direct investment (FDI), deepen strategic partnerships, and reposition Nigeria as a reform-driven, competitive destination for global capital.
A Public-Private Partnership Model for Credibility
Recognizing the importance of credible execution, the project is structured under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP). This model blends the policy authority and leadership of key ministries—Industry, Trade and Investment; Finance; and Foreign Affairs—with the operational efficiency and network of the private sector, led by Eviola and Co Integrated Services Ltd as the Lead Coordinating and Executing Organisation. This partnership is critical; it signals to investors a cohesive, professional, and unified front between government and business.
The Five-Day Agenda: From Minerals to the Creative Economy
The programming for Nigeria House is comprehensive and targeted, reflecting the breadth of Nigeria’s economic ambitions. It will serve as a sovereign convening point for high-level ministerial engagements, closed-door policy dialogues, and one-on-one investment meetings. The thematic focus spans key sectors identified for growth and investment:
- Solid Minerals & Energy Sustainability: Showcasing Nigeria’s vast, untapped mineral wealth beyond oil, and its transition strategy in energy.
- Trade Infrastructure & Agriculture: Highlighting opportunities in ports, rail, logistics, and agribusiness value chains.
- Digital Trade, Technology & the Creative Economy: Presenting Nigeria’s dynamic tech ecosystem (fintech, edtech) and globally influential music/film industry (Nollywood) as serious investment sectors.
- Climate Investment: Positioning Nigeria for green finance and sustainable projects.
Crucially, cross-cutting themes of finance, legislation, investment security, and investor assurance will be integrated into all discussions, directly addressing perennial concerns about the business environment.
The Bigger Picture: Cultural Diplomacy and Sovereign Messaging
Nigeria House also embodies the concept of ‘soft power.’ Through cultural displays and events, it will project Nigeria’s rich heritage and contemporary cultural dynamism, making the economic narrative more relatable and memorable. This holistic approach—combining hard economic data with cultural appeal—is a sophisticated form of modern statecraft.
The Presidency’s call for participation from public institutions, private sector players, development finance institutions, and international partners underscores the collaborative effort required. Ultimately, Nigeria House Davos is a bold statement of confidence and ambition. It represents Nigeria’s proactive decision to no longer just attend the World Economic Forum, but to actively host, convene, and control its narrative there, signaling a clear readiness to engage the global economy on its own terms. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)
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Edited by Bashir Rabe Mani
