Nigeria open for business – Dabiri-Erewa woos investors in Silicon Valley

Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), has extended a compelling invitation to Nigerians and international investors in the Diaspora.

She assured them that Nigeria is not only conducive but also eager to welcome investments.

Dabiri-Erewa’s remarks, delivered during a keynote address at the prestigious Pre-Africa Diaspora Investment Summit (ADIS26) Partnerships Dinner in Silicon Valley, California, underscored Nigeria’s vast investment opportunities and readiness for global engagement.

The exclusive dinner served as a significant precursor to the main African Diaspora Investment Symposium 2026 (ADIS26).

An event hosted at Santa Clara University under the theme “Bridging Africa & Silicon Valley: Shaping the Future of Innovation, Investment, and Inclusive Growth.”

According to the statement released, the symposium aimed to foster meaningful collaborations and drive economic development across the African continent.
Dabiri-Erewa highlighted Nigeria’s strategic commitment to leveraging the rich expertise, capital, and extensive networks of its diaspora community.

This focus, she explained, is pivotal for driving national growth, fostering the economic diversification, accelerating technological advancement.

She further elaborated on the policies initiated by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu under the “Renewed Hope Agenda,” emphasizing the administration’s ongoing efforts to strengthen diaspora engagement and establish the robust frameworks that facilitate productive investments back home.
The NIDCOM boss lauded enthusiastic and collaborative spirit demonstrated by Nigerians residing in the United States, reaffirming the immense potential of the diaspora as a powerful catalyst for national growth and sustainable development.

She expressed profound appreciation to Almaz Negash, Founder and CEO of the African Diaspora Network (ADN), and the entire organizing committee for their exemplary leadership in orchestrating such an impactful event.

“Their dedication continues to foster meaningful connections that translate into tangible opportunities for Africa and its diaspora,” Dabiri-Erewa stated.
This sentiment was echoed during a subsequent working lunch with Nigerian professionals, who expressed their eagerness to collaborate with NIDCOM and contribute their expertise to national development initiatives.

Both events successfully convened a diverse assembly of prominent Nigerian, African, and American leaders, innovators, investors, and policymakers.

They collectively provided a vibrant platform for insightful dialogue on diaspora-driven investments, innovation, and the cultivation of sustainable partnerships between Africa and the global tech ecosystem.

The discussions reflected a shared commitment to transcending traditional remittances, aiming for impactful, long- term investments that will significantly contribute to Africa’s ongoing development.