The United Kingdom remained Nigeria’s largest source of capital importation in 2025, accounting for $12.21 billion, representing 52.59 percent of total inflows, according to data from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS).

The United States followed as the second-largest contributor with $3.07 billion, making up 13.21 percent of the total capital imported into the country. South Africa ranked third with $2.81 billion, accounting for 12.08 percent, while Mauritius came fourth with $1.85 billion, representing 7.98 percent.

Other major contributors included the United Arab Emirates with $728.81 million (3.14 percent), the Netherlands with $686.75 million (2.96 percent), and Belgium with $356.50 million (1.54 percent). The Cayman Islands contributed $316.83 million (1.36 percent), while Singapore recorded $202.66 million (0.87 percent), and France followed with $187.66 million (0.81 percent).

The data highlights the continued dominance of the United Kingdom as Nigeria’s primary source of capital inflows, significantly outpacing other countries.

The report reflects global investor confidence patterns and Nigeria’s position in attracting foreign capital from key international markets.

The figures were compiled by the NBS as part of its 2025 capital importation report.