On the sidelines of the World Economic Forum (WEF) 2026, the Switzerland Edition of the Renewed Hope Global Tour delivered a decisive signal to global markets.
Nigeria’s reform story is no longer aspirational;
it is operational.
Held in Zurich, the event brought together global investors, diplomats, development partners, Nigerians in the diaspora, and policy leaders to engage with Nigeria’s renewed economic vision.
A central focus: how high-level dialogue translates into real, fundable outcomes. This year, the breakthrough came through ConcordeApp, the AI-driven platform converting informal meetings into verifiable relationships, fundable pathways, and accountable outcomes, redefining what organizers call Nigeria’s “Handshake Economy.”
The programme was expertly hosted by Hon. Tosin Olayinka, Programme Director of Renewed Hope Global, who guided the event with precision and energy.
The session opened with Ambassador JK Adebola, Chairman of Renewed Hope Global, delivering a dynamic “Nigeria is Ready” welcome message that set the tone for investor confidence and partnership.
Following this, Dr. Chris Onumonu provided an in-depth security and stability briefing, reassuring participants about Nigeria’s improving security strategy and risk management capabilities, giving investors the confidence to engage with the country’s reform trajectory.
Participants praised the Renewed Hope Administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, citing decisive fiscal, monetary, and governance reforms that enhance transparency, stability, and investor confidence.
The Vice President of Nigeria, H.E. Senator Kashim Shettima, GCON, was represented by Dr. Tope Fasua, Special Adviser on Economic Matters to the President. Dr. Fasua assured attendees of a rules-based, growth-oriented economy supporting local and international investors.
Strategic MoUs Signal Investor Commitment
Momentum translated into action with the signing of two strategic Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs):
CCS Global AG / RevAir Europe AG, represented by Dr. Christian Urabl, MBA, is advancing renewable energy and sustainable power initiatives in Nigeria.
World Quant University (WQU), represented by Dr. Gbemi Disu, SVP, Global Partnerships, focusing on youth-driven, technology-enabled education for global workforce readiness.
Both investors highlighted Nigeria’s clarity, transparency, and investment potential under the Renewed Hope agenda.
Fiscal Reform Meets Startup Reality
Dr. Taiwo Oyedele, Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reform, outlined Nigeria’s revamped tax framework.
Following this, Chaste Inegbedion, Head of Happiness at ConcordeApp, asked:
“Can Nigeria adopt startup-friendly tax structures similar to Delaware, including early-stage exemptions for founders, diaspora-led ventures, and Friends of Nigeria operating in tech?”
This moment reinforced a central theme: policy promises are only as good as the mechanisms that deliver them to startups, innovators, and investors.
The event featured a high-powered ConcordeApp panel that put Nigeria’s potential into sharp focus. Each expert offered insight into how AI, innovation, and governance converge to create measurable outcomes:
Ferdinand Adimefe, CEO, Magic Carpet Studios:
“Creative capital can be collateral for the scale of infrastructure financing our youth require. Our studio model shows that indigenous stories can generate global revenue while building an ecosystem for talent.”
Mellini Monique, Voice Futurist, Voxversa:
“Nigeria can define the ethical framework for Voice AI across the Global South. Vocal alignmentthe literal sound of trust is now leadership infrastructure in high-stakes diplomacy.”
Russ Wilcox, AI Council Chair, United World Leaders:
“The question is not whether Nigeria can consume AI, but whether it can produce it. The infrastructure handshake, digital inclusion, real systems, measurable outcomes is essential.”
HRH Princess Paulette Nwoko, Transformation Executive:
“ERP and real-time systems can close the transparency gap, following the money from a Swiss investor to a Nigerian startup in real time, ensuring accountability and trust.”
Joy Osomiamhe-O, Founder, G-SEL Network CIC & Regional Manager, World Energy Council:
“AI-driven tools must ensure early-stage African energy solutions secure institutional handshakes, not just visibility. Applying enterprise diagnostics to policy-to-impact pipelines evolves human-centered energy transitions.”
David Patrick France, Project Facilitator, Second Migration Conference, University of Porto:
“Academic institutions must evolve from knowledge hubs into active economic bridges for diaspora-led investment. Migration platforms convert global mobility into tangible economic outcomes for African youth.”
From Networking to Nation-Building
The panel consensus was clear: Nigeria’s handshake is no longer theoretical. Through ConcordeApp, informal interactions became measurable, fundable, and accountable turning networking into legacy infrastructure.
“We are no longer exchanging business cards. We are operationalizing trust,” said one panelist.
The Switzerland engagement was coordinated by Hon. Malami Adekunle Kayode, Chairman of Renewed Hope Switzerland, and Alhaja (Hon.) Aolat Sule, ensuring seamless investor engagement and strategic delivery.
Hon. Malami praised President Tinubu’s leadership, thanked investors, and reaffirmed support for project implementation and follow-up.
As the Renewed Hope Global Tour moves forward, the next stop will be the West Africa G6 region, strengthening diaspora engagement, regional investment, and voter influence.
Full details will be announced in the coming weeks. Nigeria is ready. The handshake is live. The only question left is who will meet it.
By Chaste Inegbedion
Head of Happiness ConcordeApp
