Investment Summits

Power-50 Nigeria–California Investment Summit

Bridging Innovation and Investment — Connecting Nigeria’s dynamic markets with California’s innovation ecosystem to build sustainable partnerships for the future.

📅 May 2026 • 🇳🇬 Nigeria × 🇺🇸 California • Hosted by NIED & Caltrans

Overview

In May 2026, the Nigeria Initiative for Economic Development (NIED), in partnership with the State of California Department of Transportation (Caltrans), will convene the groundbreaking Power-50 Nigeria–California Investment Summit.

This landmark summit will unite 50 influential leaders, investors, policymakers, and diaspora champions from both nations to explore transformative opportunities in infrastructure, transportation, clean energy, digital technology, and trade.

The Power-50 Summit will act as a strategic bridge — connecting California’s globally renowned innovation ecosystem with Nigeria’s fast-growing economic sectors, fostering collaboration, and mobilizing capital toward sustainable development.

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Summit Objectives

The Power-50 Summit is designed to catalyze high-impact partnerships that deliver measurable economic, environmental, and social outcomes.

Attract Strategic Investment

Mobilize U.S. capital, expertise, and technology for Nigerian infrastructure and industrial growth.

Strengthen Trade Relations

Enhance bilateral cooperation in logistics, transportation, and green energy markets.

Leverage Innovation & Technology

Bridge California’s innovation hubs with Nigeria’s startup and technology ecosystem.

Empower the Diaspora

Channel diaspora networks and expertise into bankable, nation-building projects.

Thematic Focus Areas

The summit’s agenda is centered around priority sectors that will shape the next decade of U.S.–Nigeria collaboration.

Infrastructure & Transportation

Building smarter, sustainable roads, ports, and mobility systems.

Clean Energy & Climate Innovation

Accelerating investment in renewable energy and carbon reduction technologies.

Technology & Digital Economy

Harnessing AI, data, and fintech to drive inclusive digital transformation.

Trade & Industrial Cooperation

Expanding bilateral value chains and export opportunities between Nigeria and California.

Why the Power-50 Summit Matters

The Power-50 Summit is not just a conference — it’s a catalyst for collaboration, bridging Nigeria’s ambition with California’s innovation. Together, these two powerhouse economies can unlock shared prosperity, sustainable growth, and global competitiveness.

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Be Part of the Power-50 Movement

Join us in May 2026 for a transformative exchange that will shape the future of Nigeria-U.S. economic collaboration. Partner, invest, and innovate with us.

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