The Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, has joined global leaders at the Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF 2025) in Algiers, a gathering described as a vital gateway to unlocking new opportunities across the continent. The Fair continues to attract policymakers, investors, and industry leaders focused on driving Africa’s economic transformation.
On the sidelines, Mr. Edun held high-level meetings with the President and Chairman of Afreximbank, Professor Benedict Oramah, and the Chair of IATF 2025, former President Olusegun Obasanjo. Their discussions centered on deepening Nigeria’s trade integration agenda, expanding industrial capacity, and mobilising investments to support sustainable and inclusive growth. Day two of the Fair also highlighted key sessions such as the Trade Forum, Arise Industrialization Day, Global Africa Day, and the CANE Auto Forum—all underscoring Africa’s role in reshaping global supply chains and boosting intra-African trade.
Speaking after his engagements, the Honourable Minister reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to reforms that strengthen competitiveness and create an enabling environment for enterprise. He emphasised that under President Bola Tinubu’s leadership, Nigeria is positioning itself as a hub for value-added production and a driving force for the continent’s economic integration.