Woodhall Capital Targets $50 Billion Global Investment Drive to Accelerate Nigeria’s Development

Woodhall Capital has announced an ambitious plan to attract $50 billion in global investments

The initiative is being championed by Mojisola Hunponu-Wusu, the firm’s Founder and Chief Executive Officer, who said the company is leveraging strategic partnerships and international collaborations to channel sustainable financing into Nigeria’s economy.

Speaking in a recent interview, Hunponu-Wusu noted that Woodhall Capital’s investment drive gained momentum following a pre-investor forum held at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, which brought together representatives from all 36 states, global investors, and development finance institutions (DFIs).

She revealed that the firm is finalizing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Forum of State Investment Promotion Agencies (FoSIPAN) and the National Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture (NACCIMA) to strengthen both sovereign and sub-sovereign partnerships aimed at unlocking new funding opportunities.

As part of its expansion strategy, Woodhall Capital is also organizing a multi-city investment roadshow, with scheduled engagements in London, Dubai, and potentially Abu Dhabi, to attract investors interested in Nigeria’s infrastructure, industrial, and energy sectors.

“At the Abuja forum, we showcased Nigeria’s vast investment opportunities and underscored the critical role of African Direct Investments (ADIs) in promoting economic self-reliance and investor confidence among indigenous stakeholders,” Hunponu-Wusu said.

Woodhall Capital has established offices in London and Dubai to deepen engagement with investors and government partners, creating a bridge between Nigeria and international financial markets. Discussions during the forum centered on identifying viable investment projects and promoting Nigeria as a competitive destination for global capital.

Hunponu-Wusu emphasized the importance of national pride and intra-African trade, calling for stronger collaboration among African nations. “When we invest in ourselves, we send a powerful message to the world about our confidence and capabilities,” she stated.

The Abuja forum attracted more than 400 participants, including representatives of the Vice President’s Office, commercial banks, and investment groups, reflecting growing enthusiasm for cross-border investment partnerships.

Hunponu-Wusu commended the Nigeria Governors’ Forum for its proactive engagement with indigenous investment firms, describing it as a crucial step toward repositioning Nigeria as a credible player in the global investment landscape.

She also noted a positive shift in Africa’s investment climate under the administration of President Bola Tinubu, highlighting the continent’s abundant human and natural resources. “Africa is rich in talent and potential, and with governments now more open to strategic partnerships, firms like ours are encouraged to pursue global investment opportunities,” she said.

A cornerstone of Woodhall Capital’s continental initiative is the Woodhall Africa Trade Gateway, a digital platform developed in partnership with the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank). Designed to facilitate intra-African trade, the platform serves as a marketplace for sourcing and trading commodities across the continent—described by Hunponu-Wusu as an “African Amazon” for trade.

On promoting gender inclusion, Hunponu-Wusu urged young African women to focus on creating value and leveraging their unique skills. “Recognition comes from genuine contributions, whether at home or in the workplace,” she advised.

She further reiterated Woodhall Capital’s commitment to working closely with state governments to attract investments at the sub-national level. “We plan to visit all 36 states in Nigeria to identify opportunities and support them in presenting their investment potential to international partners,” she said.

The initiative, according to her, seeks to highlight each state’s unique strengths and position Nigeria as a unified destination for sustainable and inclusive economic growth