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Barbara Bako, Abuja.
Nigeria’s efforts to attain an investment-grade sovereign credit rating by 2030 will be a key focus of the 2026 International Credit Rating Webinar organised by DataPro Limited.
The virtual event, scheduled for October 8, is expected to convene policymakers, investors, economists and financial market stakeholders to discuss the policy measures and reforms required to improve sovereign creditworthiness across Africa.
With the theme, “Sovereign Credit Rating: Africa’s Roadmap to Investment-Grade Status,” the webinar will examine how African countries can strengthen their economic fundamentals and position themselves more competitively in global financial markets.
The event comes amid renewed optimism over Nigeria’s credit outlook following a recent upgrade in the country’s sovereign rating, a development seen by many market observers as evidence of growing confidence in ongoing economic reforms.
DataPro said achieving investment-grade status will require more than periodic rating improvements, noting that sustained fiscal discipline, macroeconomic stability, effective debt management and stronger institutions remain critical to long-term credit enhancement.
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A major highlight of the webinar will be a keynote address titled, “Achieving Investment-Grade Rating by 2030: The Roadmap for Nigeria.”
The presentation is expected to explore strategies for strengthening the country’s credit profile and maintaining the momentum generated by recent reforms.
According to the organisers, sovereign credit ratings are increasingly important indicators for global investors, influencing borrowing costs, capital flows and access to international financial markets.
Countries with stronger ratings generally enjoy lower financing costs and greater investor confidence.
For African economies seeking to accelerate growth and close infrastructure gaps, investment-grade status is widely regarded as a pathway to attracting long-term capital and boosting private sector investment.
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The discussions will also examine the key indicators used in assessing sovereign ratings, including governance quality, fiscal sustainability, economic diversification, debt levels and policy consistency.
Industry experts believe the forum will provide an opportunity for stakeholders to identify practical steps toward improving Africa’s investment attractiveness and strengthening the continent’s standing in global credit markets.
The webinar will hold from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. WAT and is expected to attract participants from across Africa and other regions interested in the continent’s economic outlook and credit prospects.
