The NSIA infrastructure funding initiative aims to support major power, ports, and transport projects across Nigeria.
The Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA) said the initiative will mobilise private capital for large-scale infrastructure.
NSIA Managing Director Aminu Umar-Sadiq explained that the programme will operate through the Nigeria Infrastructure Finance Guarantee Platform (NIFGP), designed to de-risk investments and attract institutional investors.
He briefed journalists on the Authority’s 2025 performance in Abuja.
The NSIA infrastructure funding plan will cover four key areas: project preparation, viability gap financing, infrastructure finance, and guarantees to reduce investment risks.
These mechanisms aim to make high-value projects more attractive to domestic and international investors.
According to Umar-Sadiq, priority sectors include power transmission, airports, and seaports. He said these areas are critical for economic growth and industrial competitiveness.
Early engagement with advisers is underway to ensure proper project selection and due diligence.
The platform is expected to enable project sponsors to structure early-stage investments more effectively.
With NSIA infrastructure funding, capital that typically avoids long-term infrastructure due to risk can participate through guarantees and structured financing.
NSIA reported a core operating income of ₦525.3 billion and total comprehensive income of ₦478.8 billion for 2025.
The Authority’s net asset value increased to $3.4 billion from $1 billion in seed capital, demonstrating sustained growth over 13 years.
Despite global economic volatility, strong asset allocation and performance have maintained investor confidence.
NSIA also plans to expand investments into other countries in the Global South to diversify returns.
Nigeria’s infrastructure deficit has limited growth. Unreliable power supply and inefficient ports have raised costs for businesses.
The NSIA infrastructure funding initiative seeks to address these gaps by creating bankable opportunities for private investors.
Improved infrastructure could enhance industrial productivity, trade competitiveness, and job creation.
Analysts emphasise that efficient power and port systems are essential for sustainable economic growth.
If effectively implemented, NSIA infrastructure funding will boost power generation and port efficiency, reducing operating costs for businesses. It may also attract more private sector participation in infrastructure projects.
