Nigeria attracted $5.64 billion in capital importation in the first quarter of 2025, a 67% jump from the same period last year, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). Portfolio investments led the inflow, making up over 92% of the total, while foreign direct investment remained the smallest slice at just over 2%.
The banking sector dominated with 55% of inflows, followed by financing and manufacturing. The UK was the biggest source country, contributing over 65% of capital, with Abuja and Lagos as the primary destinations. Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria topped the list of recipients, handling more than $2.1 billion during this period.
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