beyond the summit
about
the event
Independently organized by WIEG Nigeria
With over 500+ expected participants, 50+ exhibitors, and dozens of MOUs and PPP frameworks to be launched, this summit presents a rare blend of visibility, policy influence, and commercial opportunity.
Focus: The WIEG Investment Summit — a national platform for women-led investment, innovation, financing, infrastructure, and sustainable economic transformation, with open government participation.
When
Wed 25th - Thur 26th
February, 2026
Where
Four Points by Sheraton Lagos
Plot 9/10 Block 2 Oniru Chieftaincy Estate, Victoria Island, Lagos
Host
WIEG
World International Economic Group
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who
we are
Vision
To be the premier Pan-African platform that accelerates sustainable investments, economic transformation, and strategic partnerships by uniting global capital with Africa’s most promising opportunities.
Mission
To convene influential investors, visionary leaders, policymakers, and entrepreneurs to unlock inclusive growth, enable bankable projects, and drive policy-driven investments across priority sectors aligned with Nigeria’s Renewed Hope Agenda and Africa’s development goals.
Strategy
Driving economic transformation by connecting capital with opportunity, fostering public-private dialogue, and showcasing innovation through a dynamic platform for investment, networking, and policy engagement across Africa
Expected
speakers
See the speakers live on stage!
The summit features a diverse lineup of influential keynote speakers, expert panellists, industry moderators, and thought leaders from across the globe.
Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala
Dr. Tony Elumelu, MFR, CON, CFR.
Dr. Jumoke Oduwole, MFR
Dr. Jobson Oseodion Ewalefoh
Ms. Aisha Rimi
Alhaji Aliko Mohammad Dangote, GCON
Dr. Chris Nwanne
schedule
details
Refreshment & Networking Break
Panel Discussion: Navigating Macroeconomic Challenges in the Nigerian Investment Landscape
Discussion Points: Addressing perceived risks, policy consistency, regulatory stability, and strategies for de-risking investments in Nigeria.
Wrap-up of Plenary Sessions & Lunch Break Announcement - Day Chair wrap up.
Networking Lunch
Activity: Networking among delegates, speakers, and public officials.
Concurrent Sector Breakout Sessions
Delegates choose one session to attend based on their investment interest.
Session A: Financing Opportunities in Nigeria's Growth Sectors
Moderator and Panelists
Focus: Access to capital, investment structures, local content financing, and opportunities for co-financing across various sectors.
Session B: Technology and Innovation: The Next Big Thing in Nigeria
• Moderator and Panelists
Focus: Fintech, Agritech, Healthtech, Edutech, Proptech, AI, emerging technologies, and the policy environment supporting digital transformation.
Session C: Creative Economy – The Next Frontier for Investment
• Moderator and Panelists
Focus: Investment opportunities in film production, music, fashion, digital content creation, gaming, and the legal framework for IP protection.
Session D: Closing the Power Gap through Energy Transition and Innovation
• Moderator and Panelists
Focus: Opportunities in solar, wind, hydro, gas infrastructure, mini-grids, energy efficiency, and the policy framework for energy transition.
Invite-Only Gala Dinner
Activity: High-level networking dinner for VIPs, speakers, major sponsors, and invited foreign delegates.
Features: Cultural performance, brief remarks by WIEG Global Leader/Public Sector Partners, and networking opportunities.
Focused B2B Investment Matchmaking Sessions
Activity: Pre-scheduled one-on-one meetings between Nigerian project owners/businesses and international investors.
Facilitation: WIEG Nigeria and NIPC teams will oversee and facilitate these meetings, providing support for initial discussions and potential MOUs.
Goals: Explore specific investment opportunities, discuss terms, identify potential partnerships, and initiate due diligence processes.
Networking Lunch for B2B Participants
Continuation of B2B Investment Matchmaking Sessions & MOU Signings
Activity: Further B2B engagements, finalization of preliminary agreements, and formal signing ceremonies for MOUs/LOIs.
Highlight: A dedicated area for media coverage of significant MOU signings.
Discussion: innovation and Technological Entrepreneurship
Masterclass on Innovation and Enterprise Management
Format: Interactive session/workshop.
Speaker: by a Leading Innovation, Entrepreneurial, and Business Expert
Focus: Practical strategies for fostering innovation, scaling businesses, navigating the Nigerian entrepreneurial ecosystem, and attracting growth capital. (Open to all delegates interested).
Media & Public Relations Activities
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sponsorship
packages
Platinum Partner
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• Top-tier brand visibility across all event platforms • Prime speaking slot and media interviews • 10 complimentary VIP passes • Get priority EPC contracts • Official Summit Co-Host status, premium branding (opening ceremony, headline panels, official docs), first-mover access to all projects, exclusive MOU with WIEG Nigeria
Gold Partner
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• Brand visibility on stage, website, and banners • Featured session host or panel role • 5 VIP passes • Major branding (media, exhibition, stage), key speaking slots, access to WIEG project tenders, post-event matchmaking with governments
Silver Partner
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• Logo placement on program and media wall • 2 VIP passes • Access to deal rooms • Branding across summit grounds, exhibition booth, product demo, limited sector-specific MOU access
official
sponsors
the
venue
Grand Ballroom
Four Points by Sheraton Lagos
Plot 9/10 Block 2 Oniru Chieftaincy Estate, Victoria Island, Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria
Modern rooms with tile floors offer Wi-Fi (fee), flat-screen TVs and minifridges, plus tea and coffeemaking facilities,








