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Ikenna Ngere
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Finance Minister, Wale Edun and Oando Group President, Wale Tinubu recently held a high-level meeting with Afreximbank President, Prof. Benedict Oramah during the World Bank-IMF Annual Meetings in Washington, D.C.
The session focused on securing funding to advance President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms, specifically aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s energy and trade sectors.
During the meeting, Edun highlighted the Nigerian government’s commitment to fostering economic growth through strategic partnerships.
He commended Afreximbank’s impactful support, particularly the $3 billion crude oil repayment facility provided to the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, which has been instrumental in stabilizing the economy and driving fiscal reforms.
Edun expressed Nigeria’s readiness to collaborate with Afreximbank for additional support in key areas such as energy, infrastructure, and trade.
Prof. Oramah, in turn, affirmed Afreximbank’s dedication to supporting Nigeria’s economic advancement and reiterated the bank’s ongoing efforts to assist Nigeria in overcoming economic challenges and promoting growth.
Adding to this, Wale Tinubu emphasized his commitment to fostering financial partnerships with Afreximbank and other stakeholders, aiming to boost the Nigerian economy.
Tinubu expressed optimism that with sound policies and collaborations, Nigeria could transition from economic recovery to sustained growth, lifting millions from poverty and solidifying its position on the global stage.
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