In 2012, I penned an article in Harvard Business Review titled “Africa Is Open for Business,” where I wrote: “Africa is open for business, and tomorrow’s global leaders should understand both the risks and the opportunities that are available here. There is the potential for corporations to make billions of dollars in profits in Africa. But, much more importantly, contributing to a strong and sustainable Africa could just be the next generation of global leaders’ greatest legacy.”
That vision is unfolding. Across the continent, nations are rising, industries are being reimagined, and the entrepreneurial spirit of Africa’s young population is rewriting the global growth story. In my home state of Abia, in Nigeria, that renaissance is not a theory, it is reality. Abia has stabilized its governance architecture and moved boldly into the phase of scaling opportunities, attracting capital, and building shared prosperity. The rhythm of development echoes from Umuahia to Aba, and across our industrious communities.
This November 25–27, 2025, the Abia–Türkiye Investment Summit & Product Exhibition will hold at the International Conference Centre, Umuahia. Themed “Bridging Continents, Unlocking Prosperity,” the summit will connect leaders, innovators, and investors from Türkiye and Nigeria across key sectors like manufacturing, agriculture, construction, energy, ICT, trade, and infrastructure development. It is a convergence designed to foster partnerships, drive investment deals, and showcase the finest of products and innovations.
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On behalf of His Excellency, Dr. Alex C. Otti, OFR, Governor of Abia State, I invite investors, manufacturers, exporters, policymakers, and trade stakeholders to be part of this moment. Africa is open for business, and Abia is a leading destination in that open frontier. Come and be part of the story of bridging continents and unlocking shared prosperity.
Great People, let’s build the promise. Invest in Abia!
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