Abuja: The Local Organising Committee (LOC) of the Nigerian-German Investment and Cultural Expo (NGICE 2026) in Berlin has met with the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Sen. George Akume, to fine-tune the expo preparations. Amb. Chielo Ojirika, the Coordinator of NGICE 2026 and Nigerian Cultural Ambassador to Germany, highlighted the developments during an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, the LOC, chaired by former Inspector General of Police Sir Mike Okiro, visited the SGF to provide updates on the expo preparations and new developments. The visit was deemed essential as the SGF is set to lead the NGICE delegation in showcasing Nigeria’s investment opportunities and cultural heritage in Berlin.
Ojirika explained that the expo aims to display Nigeria’s investment potential in sectors such as oil and gas and solid minerals, encouraging foreign investors to consider opportunities in the country. Known as Chiboy D’Black Courage, Ojirika emphasized the expo’s goal to expose Nigeria’s music and movie industry to a global audience.
He stated that NGICE 2026 is strategically designed to attract foreign direct investment and promote the country’s cultural and business opportunities. The event aims to present Nigeria as an investor’s paradise, highlighting untapped opportunities in trade, agriculture, fashion, technology, and culture.
The expo will feature a variety of activities, including exhibitions, investment showcases, business forums, and roundtable sessions with investors, financial institutions, CEOs, and public-private sector leaders. Additionally, cultural displays, a global peace concert, a gala night with awards, networking sessions, and guided visits to relevant companies and institutions in Germany will be part of the event.
Ojirika stressed that the expo is not just about promoting investment but also about showcasing Nigeria’s soft power-its culture, people, and potential.