Our work empowers Nigeria by leveraging global expertise and fostering Collaboration for Shared prosperity.
The Nigeria Initiative for Economic Development (NIED) is a visionary platform driving Nigeria’s transformation through strategic partnerships, verified enterprise support, and global capital mobilization.
Founded in the United States in 2015, NIED bridges Nigeria’s vast potential with global opportunities — connecting investors, innovators, and institutions to the future of Africa’s largest economy.
We believe development is not just a policy — it is a partnership. Through bold initiatives, trusted platforms, and economic-based values, NIED empowers businesses, accelerates impact-driven programs, and unlocks inclusive growth across Nigeria and the diaspora.
Our Mision
To facilitate Nigeria’s sustainable growth by catalyzing investments, verifying enterprises, and connecting credible stakeholders across key sectors, states, and the diaspora.
Our Vision
To be a leading engine for economic transformation, ethical enterprise, and diaspora engagement, shaping Nigeria’s future through verified development models and global collaboration.
Verified, Not Just Promised
We vet every enterprise, partner, and project — building trust for long-term collaboration
Diaspora-Driven, Locally Executed
Founded by Nigerian professionals abroad and credible Nigerians at home, we understand global standards while rooted in Nigerian realities.
Faith-Guided, Future-Focused
We believe values-based leadership is key to sustainable development.
Partnership-First Model
We do not work in isolation. We are a bridge between governments, business, diaspora, and civil society.
Here's How We Got Started
Founded in 2015
Hosted the Nigerian-American Investment Summit in Houston, Texas, featuring Nigeria’s former Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, as Special Guest of Honor.
Acquisition
Led two major trade missions from the U.S. to Nigeria, catalyzing business linkages and investment flows across key sectors.
Partnership
Since 2015, NIED has delivered impactful initiatives, including the 2016 Nigerian-American Investment Summit in Houston, attended by Nigeria’s former Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, and successful trade missions to Nigeria in 2017 and 2019.
Expansion
Continue to bridge Nigeria’s potential with global partners through summits, round-tables, and innovative tools.
Our Core Pillars
Enterprise Empowerment
We support verified Nigerian businesses with visibility, tools, training, and investor access through the Nigeria Enterprise Compendium, FEEP, and InvestHub Nigeria.
Diaspora Capital Mobilization
We connect diaspora investors and professionals to bankable local projects via the Diaspora Investment Partnership Program (DIPP).
Leadership & Governance Engagement
We convene strategic summits and forums to build public-private dialogue, promote transparency, and inspire visionary governance — including the Nigeria–California Trade Mission, Global Leadership Roundtables, and Governors’ Global Impact Honors.
Faith & Values-Driven Impact
Through initiatives like FEEP (Faith Economic Empowerment Program), we champion purpose-led entrepreneurship, ethical leadership, and generational legacy.
“Choose NIED because we don’t just envision Nigeria’s future—we actively build it through collaboration, credibility, and innovation.”
Dr Alfred Bisi Tofade
2025 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Report
- 2025