Programme

• 08:30 – 09:00

Registration and welcome coffee

• Arrival of participants and networking.

• 09:00 – 09:30

Setting the scene

• Presentation of insights from the EU Businesses in Nigeria Survey or another relevant knowledge product highlighting trends in Nigeria–EU economic engagement and investment.

• 09:30 – 10:00

Opening session

• Which Nigeria–EU partnership for shared prosperity

• High-level opening remarks on the future of Nigeria–EU economic cooperation, focusing on strategic sectors, investment opportunities, and the role of the private sector in advancing sustainable growth.

• 10:00 – 11:20

Flagship panel

• Financing sustainable investment

• Discussion on expanding sustainable finance and mobilising private sector investment to support Nigeria's green transition.

• Key discussion points:

• Scaling climate and green finance
• Innovative financing instruments including green bonds and carbon markets
• Role of development finance institutions
• Investment opportunities in renewable energy and sustainable infrastructure
• Strengthening public and private sector collaboration

• 11:20 – 11:50

Launch of key financial initiatives

• Announcement and launch of financial facilities and initiatives supporting sustainable investment in Nigeria, including programmes focused on:

• Green and digital finance
• Health sector investment
• Agricultural value chains
• Digital identity systems

• 11:50 – 13:10

Panel discussion

• Public–private partnerships for sustainable investment

• Dialogue on strengthening public–private partnerships to accelerate investment across priority sectors.

• Focus areas include:

• Agriculture and livestock value chains
• Transport and infrastructure
• Energy systems
• Health sector development
• Digital infrastructure

• 13:10 – 14:30

Panel discussion

• Regulatory and policy reform as catalysts for sustainable investment

• Discussion on how regulatory and policy frameworks can support sustainable investment across key sectors.

• Key themes include:

• Digital transformation and innovation ecosystems
• Strengthening health systems
• Green value chains and sustainable trade
• Climate finance frameworks
• Improving the investment and business environment

• 14:30 – 16:00

Parallel sessions and matchmaking

• Sustainable transportation

• Exploring investment opportunities in maritime transport, ports, and waterways infrastructure.

• Satellite applications for agriculture and climate

• Use of satellite technologies to support agriculture, climate monitoring, and sustainability compliance.

• Dairy value chain development

• Strengthening partnerships and investment in sustainable dairy value chains.

• Business-to-business and business-to-government matchmaking

• Structured networking sessions to facilitate partnerships between Nigerian and European businesses and institutions.

• 16:00 – 16:30

Closing session and networking reception

• Summary of key outcomes and closing remarks followed by a networking reception.

• Additional forum activities

• Exhibition showcasing EU-supported initiatives and investment projects
• Networking opportunities for investors and businesses
• Engagement sessions with public and private sector stakeholders