Registration & Breakfast
Pre-Summit Registration and Networking
Activity: Delegate check-in, distribution of summit materials, light refreshments, informal networking.
Welcome & Opening Remarks by Event Moderator
Welcome Address by WIEG Nigeria National President- Introduction to WIEG, the Summit's vision, and commitment to Nigeria.
Introduction of Day Chair:
Setting the National Investment Context: The Government's role and commitment to facilitating FDI.
Keynote Presentations
Opening Remarks- Highlighting Nigeria's current industrial and trade policies, and the government's investment priorities.
Keynote Presentations
Topic: "Infrastructure Policy Dynamics and PPP Opportunities in a Developing Economy: The Nigerian Imperative."
Keynote Presentation on Macroeconomic Outlook & Private Sector Perspective
Topic: "Unlocking Africa's Potential: A Private Sector Perspective on Macroeconomic Stability and Investment in Nigeria."
Official Opening & Presidential Address
Official declaration of the Summit open: Vision for Nigeria's economic future, and a direct call to action for global investors.
Panel Discussion: Economic Management in an Emerging Economy
Discussion Points: Current macroeconomic policies, inflation management, fiscal reforms, foreign exchange stability, and strategies for sustainable growth.
Refreshment & Networking Break
Panel Discussion: Recovery and Growth in Critical Sectors of the Economy
Discussion Points: Specific government plans and investment opportunities in key sectors driving Nigeria's recovery and long-term growth.
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.
Day 1 Wrap-up by Event Moderator
Activity: Brief recap of key takeaways from plenary and breakout sessions, announcement for Day 2 program.
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.
B2B Investment Matchmaking & DICCI Media Engagement (Four Points by Sheraton) & Breakfast
Activity: Delegates arrive, light breakfast, informal networking.
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).
Closing Remarks & Next Steps
Speaker: WIEG Nigeria National President & NIPC Representative.
Activity: Summary of Day 2 outcomes, commitment to follow-up on investment leads, and expression of gratitude.
PR/Media & Post-Summit Engagements
Managed by Modo Ante Consortium)
Note: While not explicitly part of the WIEG Summit core agenda, this day is crucial for media leveraging and falls under the Planning Team’s mandate.