President Bola Ahmend Tinubu arrives Rwanda ahead of 2026 Africa CEO forum

President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Kigali, Rwanda, to participate in the 2026 Africa CEO Forum, where he is expected to present Nigeria as one of Africa’s most attractive investment destinations, highlighting the country’s vast market potential and high returns on investment.
The two-day forum, scheduled for May 14 to 15, brings together African heads of state, global investors, chief executives, policymakers and development partners to discuss strategies for accelerating economic growth, regional integration and private sector-led development across the continent.
At the gathering, President Tinubu is expected to court international investors by showcasing Nigeria’s economic reforms and investment opportunities across key sectors including telecommunications, energy, infrastructure, agriculture, manufacturing and the digital economy.
The President will also use the platform to emphasize the profitability of investments in Nigeria, citing the long-term success stories of major multinational companies such as MTN Group and MultiChoice Group, which have maintained strong operations and profitability in the country despite economic challenges.
According to officials familiar with Nigeria’s presentation at the forum, Tinubu intends to convince global business leaders that returns on investment in Nigeria significantly outperform many global markets due to the country’s large population, expanding consumer base and untapped economic opportunities.
The President is also expected to highlight ongoing reforms by his administration aimed at improving the business environment, stabilizing the economy and attracting foreign direct investment. These reforms include exchange rate adjustments, tax reforms, infrastructure development initiatives and policies designed to enhance investor confidence.
The Africa CEO Forum has grown into one of the continent’s leading business and investment platforms, attracting top executives from multinational corporations, financial institutions and African enterprises. This year’s edition is expected to focus heavily on industrialization, energy transition, digital transformation and strengthening Africa’s role in the global economy.
Tinubu’s participation comes at a time when Nigeria is seeking to reposition itself as a leading destination for capital inflows amid increasing competition among African economies for foreign investment.
Observers say the President’s engagement with global investors in Kigali could open new opportunities for partnerships, investments and financing deals capable of boosting Nigeria’s economic growth and job creation drive.
The Nigerian delegation to the summit is expected to hold a series of high-level meetings with business leaders and international investors on the sidelines of the forum as part of efforts to deepen economic cooperation and attract fresh investments into the country.