Nigeria’s economic reform agenda received a major global endorsement this week as key stakeholders affirmed confidence in the country’s growth potential during strategic talks in Abuja.
The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, held discussions with Anna Bjerde, Managing Director of Operations at the World Bank Group, alongside senior officials.
The meeting highlighted President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s clear economic direction and reinforced rising international confidence in Nigeria’s reform programme.
Minister Edun emphasized strong momentum across critical sectors, driven by decisive policies and a renewed focus on growth, investment, and job creation.
Key discussions focused on expanding reliable electricity, strengthening agriculture, accelerating digital infrastructure, improving trade flows, and attracting private sector investment—initiatives central to building a more productive and competitive economy.
Nigeria also reaffirmed its leadership in energy reform and its ambition to serve as a regional economic hub, leveraging Abuja’s role as host city of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS).
Ms. Bjerde welcomed Nigeria’s reform progress, commending the government’s clarity of purpose and noting increased confidence from international markets and development partners. She pledged continued support for Nigeria’s investment-led growth agenda, particularly in infrastructure delivery and private sector participation.
Both sides agreed to accelerate implementation, attract capital at scale, and create more opportunities for Nigeria’s growing population.
Officials say the outcome highlights Nigeria’s commitment to sustainable economic growth and positions the nation as a key player in regional and global markets.