The Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment (FMITI) has disclosed that the United Kingdom accounted for the majority of new foreign investment into Nigeria in 2025, contributing roughly 65 percent of capital inflows. The development highlights Nigeria’s growing appeal to international investors.
According to FMITI’s policy document, 2025: A Defining Year for Nigeria’s Industry, Trade and Investment, the inflows followed the activation of the UK–Nigeria Enhanced Trade and Investment Partnership and domestic reforms aimed at boosting investor confidence.
Two major deals were highlighted: a $7.5 million investment in agricultural venture Babban Gona and a $40.5 million injection into industrial firm Johnvent Industries. FMITI described these investments as evidence of rising trust in Nigeria’s transformation agenda under President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
The report noted that 2025 marked a turning point for Nigeria’s investment climate, with government policies actively reducing information gaps, improving project visibility, and strengthening the bankability of investment opportunities. FMITI said its structured approach created a de-risked investment pipeline exceeding $5 billion across priority sectors, supporting investors from initial engagement to firm commitment.
Officials also credited sustained bilateral engagements, including high-level missions to the UK and other global economies, with reshaping investor perceptions and positioning Nigeria as a key destination in global investment circles.