During the “2024 Investment Migration West Africa” roadshow in Abuja, representatives from various countries urged Nigerian investors to explore international opportunities for business and investment. The event, organized by Henley and Partners, a migration investment firm, highlighted the potential for growth and collaboration between Nigeria and countries like Canada.
Mr. Ryan Guy, Regional Director and Programme Manager of Canadian Startup Visa Services, praised the significant contributions of Nigerians to business expansion in the Americas, particularly in Canada. He noted, “We will bring high net-worth business people and their families to Canada to set up businesses and carry out bilateral trade with Nigeria and Canada. We accept more people from Nigeria into Canada than any other country, making it the third largest group we bring into Canada.”
Guy emphasized that many Nigerians seek opportunities in Canada for access to capital, education, and a conducive environment for business growth. He remarked that educated individuals often return to Nigeria, benefiting both countries.
Stuart Wakeling, Managing Partner of Henley and Partners in the UK, stressed the importance of Nigerian investors leveraging investment opportunities abroad for substantial growth. He pointed out that the firm offers options for additional or alternative citizenship, as well as residence in leading jurisdictions globally.
Wakeling described Nigeria as a nation rich in cultural opportunities, encouraging investors to consider the benefits of obtaining a “plan-B” residence for increased global mobility and lifestyle advantages. He concluded by emphasizing the necessity of such strategies in an increasingly fractured and volatile world.