Reported by: Oahimire Omone Precious | Edited by: Gabriel Osa
Dr. Jumoke Oduwole, Honorable Minister of the Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment, held a productive meeting with H.E. Salem Saeed Musabbeh Al Mahyoubi Al Shamsi, Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to Nigeria, and Mr. Khalid Matar Al Mannaei, CEO of the UAE Vice President’s Office for Political Affairs, to discuss avenues for enhanced bilateral collaboration.
The high-level discussions, which took place in Abuja, focused on strengthening trade, investment, and industrial partnerships between Nigeria and the UAE. Both sides explored strategic opportunities to expand economic cooperation and diversify investment portfolios, emphasizing sectors with mutual benefits for the two countries.
Dr. Oduwole highlighted Nigeria’s commitment to creating an enabling environment for foreign investors, noting ongoing reforms aimed at improving the ease of doing business, boosting industrial capacity, and supporting the growth of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). She stressed that fostering strong partnerships with international stakeholders, such as the UAE, is key to accelerating Nigeria’s economic diversification and industrialization agenda.
“Our discussions with UAE officials centered on identifying strategic opportunities to strengthen bilateral cooperation. We are committed to ensuring that trade and investment partnerships deliver tangible benefits for both countries, creating jobs, promoting technology transfer, and driving sustainable growth,” Dr. Oduwole stated.
The UAE delegation expressed optimism about expanding economic relations with Nigeria, citing the country’s large domestic market, strategic location in Africa, and abundant human and natural resources as key factors for investment. Mr. Al Mannaei highlighted opportunities in sectors such as renewable energy, infrastructure, industrial parks, and technology-driven industries.
Both parties agreed on the importance of structured engagement and the development of joint initiatives that align with Nigeria’s industrialization and economic growth objectives. Plans to formalize partnerships, streamline investment processes, and facilitate knowledge and technology exchange were discussed as part of ongoing efforts to deepen cooperation.
The meeting underscores Nigeria’s proactive approach to international economic diplomacy and its focus on leveraging foreign partnerships to accelerate national development. By engaging with key stakeholders like the UAE, the Ministry of Industry, Trade, and Investment aims to attract high-quality investments, create employment opportunities, and strengthen the country’s industrial and trade capacity.
As Nigeria continues to position itself as a leading investment destination in Africa, such dialogues reflect the government’s dedication to fostering mutually beneficial collaborations that support economic growth, technological advancement, and sustainable development.
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