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Nigeria Secures $7 billion Investment from India in Bilateral Boost

Nigeria has successfully advanced its economic collaboration with India, securing a significant portion of the committed $14 billion investment from the G20 Summit held in India last year, as announced by Mr. Balasubramanian, the Indian ambassador to Nigeria, during the 75th Day of India celebrations in Abuja. This achievement highlights the strengthening ties between the two nations.

The investment deal, a reflection of the longstanding and robust relationship between India and Nigeria, represents a crucial milestone in their bilateral cooperation. Reports indicate that Nigeria has inked agreements totaling $7 billion, marking half of the total investment commitment pledged during the G20 Summit.

This substantial influx of investment is poised to invigorate various sectors of Nigeria’s economy, fostering growth and development. The Nigeria-India Presidential Roundtable and Conference in New Delhi played a pivotal role, leading to fruitful discussions and securing pledges worth $14 billion from Indian investors.

The diverse sectors benefiting from these investments include Nigeria’s steel and petrochemical industries. Noteworthy commitments include Jindal Steel and Power’s $3 billion for Nigeria’s steel sector and Indorama Corporation’s plan to expand its petrochemical facility with an additional $8 billion investment.

The ambassador emphasized the enduring ties between India and Nigeria, dating back to pre-independence, and highlighted the significant role of President Bola Tinubu’s visit to the G20 Summit in solidifying these bonds.

As Nigeria pursues economic revitalization and industrialization, the $7 billion investment from India serves as a promising catalyst, offering transformative opportunities and sustainable growth for the nation and its people.

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