Abu Dhabi and Dubai have been ranked as the top two cities recognised for their investor-friendly tax regimes, legal stability, and strong governance, where high-net-worth Nigerians can prosper amid rising global taxes, policy shifts, and climate change.
The ranking, contained in the Wealth Report 2025, courtesy of Multipolitan, a Singapore-headquartered international mobility platform, in its flagship publication, titled: The Taxed Generation, ranked Singapore third, reinforcing its position as a trusted hub for globally mobile families.
The findings provide timely insights for Nigerian investors, emerging high-net-worth individuals, and wealth managers navigating an increasingly complex economic environment. “As Nigeria’s private wealth segment expands and more families build cross-generational assets, the report offers a practical framework for identifying jurisdictions that offer not only low tax exposure but also long-term access to international markets, regulatory certainty, and sustainable wealth structures.”
Five other Gulf cities – Manama, Doha, Kuwait City, Riyadh, and Muscat – were also listed among the top 20, reaffirming the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region’s increasing importance as a destination for high-net-worth individuals and families prioritising fiscal efficiency and regulatory clarity.
The report highlights cities that combine favourable tax systems with broad economic and legal frameworks vital for long-term wealth planning. It also features two additional indices: the Wealth Preservation Cities Index (2015–2025), ranking Zug, Hong Kong, and Basel as the cities that most effectively preserved purchasing power over the past decade; and the Smart & Sustainable Cities Index 2025, where Wellington, Copenhagen, and Singapore are recognised for their climate resilience, digital infrastructure, and forward-looking planning.
The Executive Partner for Africa at Multipolitan, Chee Okebalama, said: “Wealth that sleeps in uncertainty isn’t wealth – it’s risk. For Nigerian families with foresight, the focus has shifted from chasing returns to securing resilience. Cities like Singapore, Abu Dhabi, Doha, Wellington, and Copenhagen top Multipolitan’s indices for their governance, stability, and future readiness. We help families gain residency in cities that reflect these values.”
In addition to city rankings, The Wealth Report 2025 features expert commentary from leading professionals in tax, wealth strategy, and cross-border planning, including former partners from EY, Deloitte, and BDO. Their insights address topics such as compliance in a transparent world, AI-driven tax strategies, and new jurisdictional opportunities across Europe, North America, and the Middle East.
The report highlights a rising trend among high-net-worth families: global wealth planning now requires flexible structures, an understanding of different jurisdictions, and the capacity to respond proactively to evolving international regulations.
