On September 17, 2025, during the 80th United Nations General Assembly in New York City, the Nigeria-USA Chamber of Commerce (NUSACC) played a pivotal role in shaping the dialogue around global sustainable investments and grant interventions. Representing the Chamber, CEO L. Olaniyi Kareem delivered a powerful keynote at the High-Level Executive Global Sustainable Investments and Grant Interventions Roundtable, hosted as part of the Niger State side event.
A Call for Strategic Negotiation
In his address, Kareem expressed deep appreciation to Hon. Kunle Yusuf and the Institute of Negotiators, Community and Social Development Experts (INCSODE) for the invitation. He spoke on the theme: “Effective Strategic Negotiation for Global Sustainable Investments and Grant Interventions System.”
Kareem emphasized that effective negotiation is not just a tool—it is a transformative strategy for securing long-term, impactful development. He outlined the importance of building structured, financially sustainable relationships with communities and stakeholders to ensure inclusive growth.
Key Highlights from the Presentation
I. Sustainable Investment Framework
- Transparency & Reporting: Establishing a common baseline for investment accountability
- Win-Win Negotiation: Promoting mutual benefit in all engagements
- Stakeholder Engagement: Ensuring inclusive participation across sectors
- Community Empowerment: Placing local voices at the center of development
- Policy Advocacy: Driving reforms through strategic influence
- Financial Sustainability: Building models that endure beyond donor cycles
II. Grant Interventions System
- Kareem stressed the need for transparent, accountable, and measurable grant systems, anchored in strategic negotiation and long-term impact.
III. Strategic Recommendations
- Resource Mobilization: Identifying diverse funding streams
- Enhanced Partnerships: Strengthening collaboration across borders
- Monitoring & Evaluation: Prioritizing sustainability and measurable outcomes
A Vision for Collaborative Growth
Kareem concluded with a call to action for governments, development institutions, and private sector leaders to embrace negotiation as a strategic lever for change. His remarks reinforced NUSACC’s commitment to bridging global capital with local opportunity—especially in subnational regions like Niger State.
