Nigeria, Afreximbank strengthen ties to boost financial integration

On the sidelines of the 6th AU Mid-Year Coordination Meeting of the African Union, the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr Wale Edun held bilateral talks with Dr. Benedict Okey Oramah, President of Afreximbank.

The Director, Information and Public Relations, Federal Ministry of Finance, Mohammed Manga stated that the meeting was held in Accra, Ghana during the weekend.

He expressed the meeting  reinforced the strong partnership between Afreximbank and the Federal Government of Nigeria, with a focus on driving economic growth and financial integration across Africa.

During the meeting, HM Edun acknowledged the fiscal policy measures implemented by the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led administration, which has significantly improved Nigeria’s revenue position.

He emphasized the critical need for comprehensive financial integration across Africa to drive intra-continental trade, investment, and development.

On his part, Professor Oramah reaffirmed Afreximbank’s unwavering commitment to supporting President Tinubu’s developmental objectives for economic growth.

The bilateral talks underscored the importance of collaboration between Nigeria and Afreximbank in achieving shared economic goals.