By: Mercy Peter
The Federal Government on Monday announced that Nigeria is well prepared to host the 2025 West Africa Economic Summit (WAES) scheduled for 20 and 21 June 2025.
Tuggar noted that the summit aimed at unlocking trade and investment opportunities and promoting strategic development across west Africa.
The Minister of Foreign Affairs Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar who expressed the country’s readiness for the summit during a media parley in Abuja said that the summit is designed to foster regional integration and cooperation across states.
He said, “We’re not just talking about ECOWAS and ECOWAS states, but indeed to all states, businesses, private sector, development finance institutions that pertain to the West African region.
“We recognise that sustainable development, peace, and prosperity in West Africa are best achieved through enhanced regional cooperation and economic integration.
“The summit’s objectives align with the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) ambitions, focusing on promoting intra-African trade by strengthening regional trade and investment.”
“The event will feature a range of activities, including a deal room, business conferences, and cultural events showcasing the region’s rich heritage,” Tuggar added.
The minister also added that “With the unique approach and focus on private sector participation, the summit has the potential to unlock new opportunities for growth and development in the region,”
