ABUJA: Vice-President Kashim Shettima says the inauguration of Nigeria’s first-ever House in Davos reflects renewed seriousness, readiness and resolve to shape global economic conversations.
Shettima spoke on Monday at the formal opening of Nigeria House during the 2026 World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland, describing it as a historic milestone in Nigeria’s global economic engagement.
He said nations do not prosper in isolation, stressing that Nigeria’s future growth depends on deliberate and structured global economic engagement.
“For the first time in our nation’s history, Nigeria stands at Davos with a sovereign pavilion of its own,” the Vice-President said.
According to him, Nigeria House responds to past economic lapses and signals the country’s intention to take a front-line seat in the global economy as a purposeful participant.
Shettima explained that the platform was conceived as a whole-of-government initiative led by the Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, bringing together senior leaders across investment, energy, infrastructure, technology, climate and culture.
He stressed, however, that the true success of the House would be driven by the private sector.
“The dividends of difficult but inevitable reforms are beginning to show,” he said, noting that Nigeria’s economy grew by about 3.9 per cent in 2025, the fastest in over a decade.
He added that the non-oil sector accounted for about 96 per cent of GDP, while non-oil revenues now formed nearly three-quarters of government income.
Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr Jumoke Oduwole, said the project showcased national pride and a shift in how Nigeria engages the international business community.
Lead Execution Partner, Nigeria House Davos, Ms Omowunmi Imoukhuede, said the platform offered a unique opportunity to showcase Nigeria’s investment potential.
