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FINANCE MINISTER/AFDB MEET OVER FOOD SECURITY CHALLENGES, OTHERS

By Micheal Asuquo

The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, has met with a high-level delegation from the African Development Bank (AfDB) led by Dr. Abdul Kamara, Director General (DG) for Nigeria at the bank over navigating the complex food security challenges in the country.

The meeting, which was held today (Wednesday) in his office in Abuja, explored a range of potential areas for collaboration between the Ministry and the AfDB.

Key topics discussed at the meeting included initiatives to strengthen food security, the Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones (SAPZ) project, and other strategic engagements aimed at promoting sustainable economic growth and development in Nigeria.

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The Minister highlighted the critical role of AfDB’s funding and technical expertise as Nigeria approaches a pivotal harvest season, which is essential for the country’s food security and economic stability. 

Speaking earlier, Kamara, Director General for Nigeria at the AfDB, commended President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms, emphasizing their importance in tackling Nigeria’s pressing economic challenges 

Kamara, also expressed deep sympathy on behalf of the AfDB President, Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, for the recent flooding in Maiduguri, assuring the Minister of the Bank’s readiness to provide support in addressing the aftermath of the disaster.

Representatives from both the African Development Bank and the Ministry of Finance attended the meeting, including Linda Amadi, Orison Amu, George N.S, and Onyoh Ajibola.

This courtesy visit underscores the African Development Bank’s commitment to supporting Nigeria’s economic development and reinforces the importance of international cooperation in driving sustainable growth.

Thus, the African Development Bank’s endorsement of Tinubu’s economic reforms marks a significant milestone in Nigeria’s journey towards economic stability and growth. 

As the country navigates the challenges of food security and economic development, AfDB’s support and expertise will play a vital role in shaping Nigeria’s economic future.

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