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Nigeria Secures $5.7 Billion Investment to Boost Economy

2/25/2026

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Finance Minister Wale Edun met in Abuja with GCL Group delegation led by former Abia State governor Orji Uzor Kalu regarding a $5.7 billion investment.
The plan would boost energy generation, local mineral processing, and new industrial facilities to create jobs and exports.
The ministry says the engagement aligns with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's strategy to reduce reliance on raw commodity exports and grow Nigeria's economy, reflecting investor confidence.

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Finance Minister Wale Edun met in Abuja with GCL Group delegation led by former Abia State governor Orji Uzor Kalu regarding a $5.7 billion investment.
The plan would boost energy generation, local mineral processing, and new industrial facilities to create jobs and exports.
The ministry says the engagement aligns with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's strategy to reduce reliance on raw commodity exports and grow Nigeria's economy, reflecting investor confidence.