Vice President Kashim Shettima arrives in Davos, Switzerland, to lead Nigeria’s delegation to the 56th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF), holding from January 19 to 23, 2026. The visit marks a major moment in Nigeria’s global economic engagement as the country deepens its presence on the world investment stage.
Mediaplusng.com reports that the Vice President arrives in Davos from Conakry, Guinea, where he represents President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the presidential inauguration of Guinea’s leader, President Mamadi Doumbouya. Shettima is received on arrival by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, the Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr Jumoke Oduwole, and officials of the Nigerian mission in Switzerland.
The 2026 WEF records a major milestone for Nigeria with the official debut of Nigeria House Davos. For the first time, Nigeria establishes a dedicated sovereign pavilion on the Davos Promenade, giving the country a visible and strategic presence at the global economic summit.
Mediaplusng.com understands that the Nigeria House is delivered through a Public-Private Partnership and is designed to serve as a permanent hub for ministerial engagements, high-level investment discussions, policy dialogues, and cultural diplomacy throughout the WEF week.
Nigeria House Signals Strong Investment Drive
The Nigeria House is expected to host investment roundtables, bilateral meetings, and sector-focused discussions aimed at attracting global capital into key areas of the Nigerian economy. The initiative reflects the Tinubu administration’s push to reposition Nigeria as a competitive and investor-friendly destination.
Vice President Shettima is scheduled to formally commission the Nigeria House, underscoring the Federal Government’s commitment to structured economic diplomacy and sustained engagement with international investors beyond the WEF.
The pavilion also provides a platform for showcasing Nigeria’s reform agenda, private sector opportunities, and long-term development plans to global decision-makers gathered in Davos.
Shettima to Present Nigeria’s Economic Outlook
During the forum, the Vice President presents Nigeria’s 2026 economic outlook to global political and business leaders. He is expected to participate in key plenary sessions focused on emerging global issues, including the responsible use of Artificial Intelligence, quantum computing, biotechnology, and sustainable development.
Nigeria’s participation aligns with ongoing economic reforms under the Renewed Hope Agenda, which focuses on macroeconomic stability, private sector growth, job creation, and improved investor confidence.
Throughout the week, Shettima will hold bilateral meetings with heads of state, senior executives of multinational companies, and leaders of international development finance institutions to strengthen partnerships that support Nigeria’s development priorities.
Focus on Trade, Investment, and Innovation
Speaking to journalists after the Vice President’s arrival, the Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr Jumoke Oduwole, says Nigeria is ready to make a strong investment pitch at the launch of the Nigeria House in Davos.
According to her, the presentation will highlight President Tinubu’s economic reforms and policy direction, with a clear focus on unlocking growth across strategic sectors of the economy.
She explains that Nigeria will showcase four major investment playbooks designed to attract global investors. These include solid minerals development, climate-smart and sustainable agriculture, the creative and digital economy, and broader climate sustainability initiatives.
Strengthening Nigeria’s Global Economic Footprint
Nigeria’s active participation at the 56th WEF reflects a renewed strategy to strengthen its global economic footprint and engage directly with international capital, technology leaders, and policy influencers.
By hosting Nigeria House and leading high-level engagements, the Tinubu administration aims to translate global interest into concrete investments that support economic diversification and long-term growth.
As discussions begin in Davos, expectations are high that Nigeria’s presence will not only raise the country’s profile but also open new pathways for trade, innovation, and sustainable development in the years ahead.
