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About Us

The Nigeria–Malaysia Trade & Investment Initiative

The Nigeria–Malaysia Trade & Investment Initiative (NMTII).

The Nigeria–Malaysia Trade & Investment Initiative is dedicated to fostering sustainable economic growth between Nigeria and Malaysia. Through strategic partnerships, sector-focused programs, and inclusive development, we connect businesses, governments, and communities across both nations.

What We Do
  • Trade & Market Access: Organizing trade fairs, expos, and business matchmaking to boost bilateral trade.
  • Investment Facilitation: Connecting Malaysian investors with high-potential sectors in Nigeria.
  • SME & Entrepreneur Support: Offering training, mentorship, and funding access to small businesses and startups.
  • Education & Capacity Building: Providing scholarships, vocational training, and education exchange programs.

Our mission is to promote cross-border trade, attract investment, and empower entrepreneurs, youth, and women through impactful programs and infrastructure development.

Trade Promotion

Investment Drive

Business

E-commerce

Upcoming and Past Events

The Nigeria–Malaysia Trade & Investment Initiative hosts impactful events year-round to promote trade, attract investors, and empower businesses across both countries.

Nigeria–Malaysia Trade Expo 2025

  • Date: September 10–12, 2025
  • Venue: Landmark Centre, Lagos

Focus: B2B exhibitions, trade matchmaking, product showcases

Investment Roundtable: Agribusiness & Manufacturing

  • Date: October 5, 2025
  • Venue: Abuja Continental Hotel

Focus: Attracting Malaysian FDI into agro-processing and industrial zones

Women in Trade & Innovation Summit

  • Date: December 3, 2025
  • enue: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Focus: Women-led business funding, mentorship, and Malaysia–Africa partnership

Youth & SME Empowerment Bootcamp

  • Date: November 15–17, 2025
  • Venue: Ibadan Tech Hub

Focus: Training, grants, digital tools for entrepreneurs

Services

What We Offer to Drive Bilateral Growth

Trade Promotion

We connect exporters and importers through expos, trade fairs, and targeted matchmaking to expand market access and foster bilateral trade.

Investment Facilitation

We attract and guide Malaysian investors to key Nigerian sectors such as agriculture, oil & gas, and manufacturing, creating mutual economic value.

E-Commerce & Logistics (MTM)

Through the Malaysia Traders Market (MTM), we support cross-border e-commerce, warehousing, and logistics with digital tools and business matching.

Education & Training

We offer scholarships, vocational skills programs, and opportunities for Nigerian students to study in Malaysia, building long-term human capital.

SME & Youth Development

In collaboration with partners like SMEDAN, we train and support small businesses and youth entrepreneurs to boost innovation and employment.

Women Empowerment

We provide capacity-building, funding access, and networking support for women-led businesses to thrive in both local and international markets.

Testimonials

What Our Partners & Beneficiaries Are Saying

The Trade Expo helped me secure buyers from Malaysia. With training and support, I’ve expanded into exports and grown my business beyond expectations.

Amina Bello

Founder, Zaria Organics

Entering the Nigerian market was smooth thanks to the team’s guidance. Their investor support helped us set up quickly and build strong local partnerships.

Dato’ Amir Rahman

Malaysian Investor

The SME Bootcamp gave me business skills, tools, and a grant that helped scale my poultry startup. It was a life-changing opportunity for me.

Chris Kuzee Udo

Youth Entrepreneur, Enugu

I received training, funding, and mentorship through the Women Empowerment Program. Today, I run a growing business that employs other women.

Fatimah Sulaiman

Women in Trade Program Beneficiary

Partnering through MTM exposed us to Malaysia’s market. We’ve improved our logistics operations and gained long-term clients across the border.

Kelvin Onyekachi

Logistics Partner, Lagos