From Umar Dankano, Yola
The Nigerian Diaspora Investment and Cultural Alliance,NDICA in partnership with the All Progressives Congress,APC United Kingdom’s Chapter has concluded arrangements to host a 2- day economic business round table forum in November 2025.
In a press statement issued to the media by the Chapter Weekend revealed that the forum under the watch of the APC national Chairman, Professor Nentawa Yilwatda aimed to mobilize diaspora expertise and capital investment for Nigeria’s national transformation.
It stated that,key outcome of the forum is the proposed “Diaspora Investment and Skills Repatriation Desk,” which will be presented and discussed on Day 2 to track investment commitments and facilitate liaison noting that the event will culminate in a Gala Night and Awards Ceremony, including a special award for Professor Yilwatda.
According to the statement, the event scheduled for November 6th and 7th
will feature a comprehensive agenda designed to foster dialogue and action on critical areas of Nigeria’s economic development including ;”Mobilising the Diaspora Expertise and Capital,” as well as “Driving skills repatriation and sustainable growth”.
It further explained that, on Day one, the forum will focus on Nigeria’s investment landscape, with presentations on the economic policy framework, investment reforms, and incentives for Foreign Direct Investment while on Day two, will delve into issues of ethics, skills repatriation, and innovation including a book presentation by Senator Abu Ibrahim and a panel discussion on “Harnessing Diaspora Expertise & Skills Repatriation.
“Key discussions will include an interactive Q&A session with Nigerian government officials, including the Chairman, Governors, and Ministers, and a business matchmaking session to facilitate interactions between diaspora investors and Nigerian government and private sector partners.
“The forum’s “Focus Areas” will include:
Infrastructure, Agriculture, Energy, ICT, Manufacturing and Creative Industry and on opportunities in the housing sector for returning professionals and feature contributions from diaspora professionals and government officials.
“The forum is a strategic effort to leverage the resources and skills of the Nigerian diaspora, which contributes significantly to the national economy through remittances and will conclude with a session on “Creative Industries & Innovation Ecosystem,”with presentation s on investment opportunities and fostering partnerships.
“The event’s organizers believe it will serve as a crucial platform for networking, investment discussions, and shaping a collaborative future for Nigeria’s economic growth”. The statement maintained.
