President Bola Tinubu has urged both domestic and international investors to seize the opportunities presented by Nigeria’s expanding economy, asserting that “there is no more opportune moment to invest in Nigeria than today.”
Addressing attendees at the inaugural Bauchi Investment Summit held on Wednesday, under the theme “Unveiling a Resilient Economy: Maximizing Investment Collaborations,” the president, represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, highlighted that Nigeria’s foreign reserves have surged to $43 billion as of September 2025, signaling renewed investor trust and robust economic fundamentals.
Tinubu highlighted key achievements of his administration, including a significant reduction in the country’s debt service-to-revenue ratio from 100% to under 50%, a GDP growth rate increase to 4.23%, and a remarkable 411% rise in oil revenue during the last quarter.
“Upon assuming office, we committed to revitalizing the nation’s economic prospects. Today, we are proud to report that our strategic reforms are bearing fruit. I encourage investors to recognize that now is the prime time to engage with Nigeria,” the president affirmed.
He further pointed out Bauchi State’s abundant fertile land and rich natural resources as key assets capable of advancing climate-resilient agriculture, renewable energy initiatives, and tourism-sectors that align closely with the Federal Government’s agenda for sustainable development.
President Tinubu called on investors to collaborate with state authorities and relevant federal ministries, departments, and agencies to unlock public-private partnership opportunities.
Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed, the summit’s host, assured participants of a secure and investor-friendly environment.
“Your safety and the protection of your investments are our top priorities. We are committed to equipping every local government area in Bauchi with affordable solar-powered water systems in the near future,” he declared.
The Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, who also attended the event, urged Nigerian leaders to enhance governance standards and ensure that the outcomes of such investment forums translate into tangible progress for the northern region and the entire country.