**FG Reassures Foreign Investors, Promises Business-Friendly Environment** The Federal Government has taken steps to calm concerns of foreign investors operating in Nigeria, hosting a high-level investment dialogue at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. The meeting, organized by the Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC), aimed to address persistent issues affecting business operations in the country. The event, which marked the third Existing Foreign Direct Investors Roundtable, brought together top executives, diplomats, and regulators to engage with government officials on matters such as security, taxation, customs processes, and regulatory bottlenecks. The goal was to maintain direct communication between government authorities and international investors already active in the Nigerian economy. Deputy Chief of Staff to the President, Ibrahim Hadejia, emphasized the Federal Government's commitment to creating a stable, transparent, and competitive business environment that can attract and retain long-term investment. He reiterated that Nigeria recognizes the importance of foreign direct investment in expanding industrial capacity, creating jobs, and facilitating technology transfer. The Director-General of PEBEC, Zahrah Mustapha Audu, highlighted that sustaining and expanding the operations of existing investors is crucial to Nigeria's economic stability. She noted that while attracting new investment is essential, it is equally vital to maintain a positive relationship with existing investors to ensure the country's economic growth. The meeting is a significant step towards addressing the concerns of foreign investors, who have been hesitant to invest in Nigeria due to various challenges. By engaging with existing investors, the government aims to demonstrate its commitment to creating a business-friendly environment that can attract more foreign investment and drive economic growth. Nigeria's economy is heavily reliant on foreign investment, and sustaining this investment is crucial to the country's development. The government's efforts to reassure foreign investors are a welcome move, and it remains to be seen if these efforts will yield positive results. With a growing population and a large market, Nigeria has the potential to become a major hub for foreign investment in West Africa. However, addressing the concerns of existing investors is a crucial step towards realizing this potential.