InfraMoni: Unlocking Financing and Investment towards Nigeria's Infrastructure Potential

What’s Inside

Nigeria stands at a critical juncture where its current infrastructure stock—measured at only 30% of GDP—falls significantly short of the 70% global benchmark required for peak economic performance. This report provides a comprehensive diagnostic of the nation’s current landscape, identifying the systemic barriers to growth, such as institutional corruption, inadequate maintenance cultures, and a persistent mismatch between annual budgetary allocations and actual capital requirements. By spotlighting the urgent need for investment in the energy and transportation sectors, InfraMoni serves as both a mirror of Nigeria’s present challenges and a strategic blueprint for mobilising the $170 billion in annual funding necessary to fuel sustainable national development.

Beyond the hard data, this publication amplifies the voices of the Nigerian people through an extensive “Citizens Corner,” revealing that nearly 89% of citizens view corruption and mismanagement as the primary obstacles to progress. To address these challenges, the report explores diverse financing mechanisms—ranging from Sovereign Wealth Funds and Infrastructure Bonds to successful Public-Private Partnership (PPP) models like the Azura-Edo Power Plant. By benchmarking Nigeria against peer economies such as Rwanda and Indonesia, InfraMoni offers actionable recommendations for strengthening legal frameworks and enhancing investor confidence to finally unlock Nigeria’s vast infrastructure potential.