Nigeria Unveils 10-Year Plan to Boost Economy Through Inclusive Investment
Nigeria is set to transform its economy with a 10-year plan focusing on inclusive investment practices. The Gender Equity and Social Inclusion (GESI) Roadmap 2025-2035, launched by the Impact Investors Foundation (IIF), aims to unlock opportunities for women, youth, and People with Disabilities (PwDs).
The roadmap outlines ambitious goals, including the creation of 40 inclusive financial products and the enactment of 20 new policy and regulatory instruments. IIF has also initiated the Nigeria Inclusive Capital Commitment 2035 campaign, encouraging stakeholders to pledge measurable action towards gender inclusion and social impact.
To support these efforts, the Bank of Industry (BOI) has launched Project Guaranteed Loans for Women (GLOW), a N10 billion initiative led by its Managing Director, Dr. Olasupo Olusi. This project aims to empower female entrepreneurs in Nigeria.
The GESI Roadmap 2025-2035, along with initiatives like GLOW, signals a significant step towards embedding inclusive practices in Nigeria's economy. These efforts could potentially unlock $8 billion in gender-inclusive capital over the next decade, fostering a more equitable and prosperous society.
