AICL hosts roundtable to drive investment in Abuja

As part of its ongoing efforts to foster strategic investment and economic development in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), the Abuja Investments Company Limited (AICL), last week, hosted the second edition of its roundtable series.

The event convened key leaders from financial institutions to review the successes of the 2024 Abuja Business and Investment Summit (ABIS 2024); discuss investment challenges and opportunities as well as outline collaborative strategies for sustainable economic growth in 2025.

The Group Managing Director (GMD), AICL, Amb. Maureen Tamuno commended the continued commitment of participants to driving investment in FCT, highlighting the power of collaboration and innovation in achieving sustainable development. She also acknowledged the role of financial institutions in bridging funding gaps and facilitating major investment initiatives.

The GMD drew the attention of participants to the efforts of the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, in driving infrastructural development around Abuja and in the six Area councils, the road networks and other projects that are creating vast opportunities for businesses to thrive.

She also used the occasion to announce two major investment events for 2025, which include, the Abuja Business and Investment Summit 2025 (ABISummit2025) scheduled for October, with the theme, “Empowering Sustainable Growth: Unlocking Potential in Emerging Markets.”

According to her, the summit will expand on the foundation laid by ABIS 2024 to foster strategic partnerships and economic transformation. The second event -Investors Forum slated for the United Kingdom in June, is an engagement platform designed to attract European investors and Nigerians in the diaspora by showcasing investment opportunities in Abuja.

The GMD also confirmed the participation of the FCT Minister at both events, noting that his presence will reinforce the federal government’s commitment to investment-led growth and development.

The Managing Director, Emerging Africa, Toyin Sanni; Managing Director, Abuja Enterprise, Chudi Ugwuada; Zonal Representative, United Capital, Nduka Uzorkwu and other financial leaders at the roundtable, applauded AICL’s visionary leadership and strategic initiatives, emphasizing the importance of collaboration in unlocking Abuja’s investment potential.

They highlighted the need for innovative financial solutions to bridge funding gaps, drive infrastructure development and support economic growth. Several institutions expressed commitment to partnering with AICL on key projects, including the Diaspora Roundtable and infrastructure financing, reinforcing a shared goal of positioning Abuja as a premier investment hub.

The roundtable concluded with a video presentation showcasing investment opportunities in Abuja and AICL’s commitment to transforming the FCT into a premier investment destination.