Nigeria and Germany Enhance Economic Ties in Abuja Meeting

The Federal Government of Nigeria is committed to strengthening its bilateral relations with Germany, focusing on economic cooperation, food security, industrial development, investment, skills acquisition, and renewable energy. This commitment was expressed during a high-level meeting in Abuja with a delegation from the German Bundestag Committee on Economic Cooperation and Development, led by Prof. Wolfgang Stefinger.

Nigerian representatives included Senator Abubakar Bagudu (Minister of Budget and Economic Planning), Senator Abubakar Kyari (Minister of Agriculture and Food Security), Senator John Enoh (Minister of State for Industry), Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite (Minister of State for Budget and Economic Planning), and Dr. Deborah Odoh (Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning). Senator Bagudu emphasized the importance of expanding trade and technology transfer.

Senator Kyari discussed initiatives to enhance local food production, while Senator Enoh praised German support for vocational training. Prof. Stefinger reaffirmed Germany's commitment to cooperation in various sectors, expressing optimism for mutual development.