In a historic move aimed at repositioning Nigeria as a leading destination for global investment, the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has unveiled Investopedia, a comprehensive platform designed to bridge the country’s infrastructure financing gap, stimulate job creation, and boost economic growth across all 36 states.
The initiative was launched in Abuja on Tuesday, with NGF Chairman and Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, stressing the need to tap into both global and African financing opportunities.
Represented by Nasarawa State Governor Abdullahi Sule, AbdulRazaq described Investopedia as “a one-stop resource for investors, offering transparent and curated investment pipelines that will drive inclusive growth and prosperity.”
Nigeria’s annual infrastructure financing gap, estimated at $100 billion, has long been a stumbling block for development.
While states collectively budgeted more than ₦17.5 trillion for capital projects in 2025, access to finance remains a major constraint.
Historically, Nigeria has attracted an average of just $2 billion annually in foreign direct investment (FDI)—less than 0.5% of its GDP—with inflows concentrated in oil, gas, telecoms, and agriculture.
AbdulRazaq noted that public spending alone cannot bridge this massive gap, making private and global capital mobilisation imperative.
He explained: “The NGF Investopedia will showcase credible projects across all states, giving investors clear direction on where and how to invest in Nigeria with confidence.
It is more than just a catalogue; it is an entry point into Nigeria’s growth story.”
The biennial publication will highlight strategic projects across sectors such as renewable energy, ICT, agro-processing, finance, and infrastructure.
It will be distributed in both print and digital formats and promoted at major international events including the Intra-African Trade Fair, the United Nations General Assembly, and the Africa Investment Forum.
According to NGF officials, the platform will serve as a credible reference point for investors by providing market insights, investment incentives, and feasibility analyses backed by institutional oversight.
In addition to Investopedia, the Forum also announced plans for the NGF Fund—a pooled investment vehicle anchored on the credibility of the NGF and supported by institutions such as the Ministry of Finance Incorporated (MOFI), the Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA), and the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN).
This fund, officials say, will channel catalytic capital into subnational projects, ensuring that opportunities presented in Investopedia are translated into real, on-the-ground investments.
Highlighting the broader economic implications, AbdulRazaq stressed that channeling capital into agriculture, renewable energy, and ICT infrastructure would go beyond financial returns, directly improving livelihoods, creating jobs, and driving sustainable growth.
“Nigeria’s subnationals are credible and investment-ready.
With Investopedia and the NGF Fund, we are sending a strong message to the world that Nigeria is open for business,” he affirmed.
NGF Director-General, Abdulateef Shittu, described Investopedia as a “new dawn” for Nigeria’s subnational investment readiness.
He explained that the fragmented entry points and lack of streamlined information have often discouraged investors.
By providing a transparent, credible, and globally visible platform, Investopedia seeks to eliminate those barriers.
“Over the next decade, Nigeria faces a $1 trillion infrastructure challenge.
With Investopedia, we now have a structured tool to attract global and regional investors at scale.
This is about unlocking long-term prosperity for millions of Nigerians,” Shittu added.
The launch comes at a time when Nigeria is working to boost investor confidence amid global economic uncertainties and domestic fiscal challenges.
Experts note that the success of the platform will depend on consistent governance, regulatory clarity, and credible execution of listed projects.
With 36 governors now united under a single investment vision, analysts believe this could mark a turning point for Nigeria’s subnational economies, positioning them as competitive destinations for both African and global capital.