Tinubu Advocates Faster Borders and Local Currency for Africa Trade Success

Bola Tinubu, alongside Vice President Kashim Shettima, highlights the need for tangible outcomes like faster border crossings and reliable local currency settlements to enhance trade within Africa. Tinubu stresses the importance of practical execution in achieving industrial scale and resilience against global shocks.

Nigeria's commitment to building an integrated trade architecture is underscored through reforms in infrastructure, digital systems, and institutional coordination. Key initiatives include the rollout of a national single window for trade facilitation by December 2026, aligning with the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) agreement.