National Compendium to Attract Investment, Create Jobs, Boost Tourism Across Nigeria – Mohammed Idris
Oru Leonard
ABUJA – The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has described the newly launched National Compendium on the Economic and Tourism Profiles of Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) as a strategic instrument for attracting investment, creating jobs, promoting tourism, and advancing inclusive national development.
Speaking at the Nigeria Sub-National Investment and Tourism Information, Culture and Communication Conference and the official unveiling of the compendium in Abuja, Idris said the publication provides a comprehensive showcase of the economic, cultural and tourism opportunities available across the country.
According to the minister, every state possesses unique strengths in sectors such as agriculture, solid minerals, manufacturing, technology, trade, services, culture and tourism, which can drive economic growth when effectively documented and promoted.
“Every state has unique assets in agriculture, solid minerals, cultural and creative industries, historic sites, natural attractions, technology, manufacturing, trade and services. Properly documented and promoted, these assets can attract investment, create jobs, and generate revenue that supports inclusive national development,” he said.
Idris noted that the publication aligns with the mandate of the Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation to project Nigeria’s image positively, support national development and provide credible information on opportunities available across the federation.
Describing the compendium as more than a reference document, he said it serves as an investment guide, a tourism promotion tool and a practical resource for showcasing the strengths of Nigeria’s sub-national entities to local and international audiences.
The minister stated that the initiative comes at a time when the Federal Government is implementing key economic reforms aimed at strengthening investor confidence, expanding economic opportunities and positioning the country for sustainable growth.
He urged state governments, investors, development partners, members of the diplomatic community and private sector stakeholders to utilise the publication in promoting investment and unlocking economic opportunities across the country.
Idris also challenged stakeholders to move beyond discussions and focus on actionable outcomes capable of translating Nigeria’s vast economic and tourism potential into measurable development gains.
“This roundtable is a call to action. It is an invitation to move from potential to prosperity, from documentation to implementation, and from discussion to investment, collaboration, and measurable development outcomes,” he said.
The minister commended the Nigerian Press Council for driving the initiative and praised its Executive Secretary, Dr. Dili Ezughah, for his leadership in ensuring the successful delivery of the project.
He also acknowledged the support of the Office of the Vice President, the Federal Ministry of Arts, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy, state governments, development partners and other stakeholders who contributed to the production of the publication.
The event featured the formal launch of the National Compendium, which documents the economic, investment, tourism and cultural profiles of all 36 states and the FCT.
Representing Vice President Kashim Shettima at the ceremony, the Special Adviser to the President on Economic Matters, Dr. Tope Fasua, joined Idris, Ezughah and other dignitaries in unveiling the publication.
Among those in attendance were Nasarawa State Governor Abdullahi Sule, representatives of the Federal Ministry of Arts, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy, commissioners of information from various states, members of the diplomatic corps, development partners, private sector stakeholders and tourism industry representatives.
The compendium is expected to serve as a key resource for investors, policymakers, development institutions and other stakeholders seeking information on investment and tourism opportunities across Nigeria.
