Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, held discussions with Ms. Anna Bjerde, Managing Director, Operations, at the World Bank Group, on how Nigeria can collaborate with the global development institution to strengthen its economy.
The meeting, according to a Ministry of Finance statement on Thursday, reaffirmed President Bola Tinubu’s economic agenda and highlighted rising global confidence in Nigeria’s reform programme.
Key areas of discussion included expanding reliable electricity, boosting agricultural productivity, accelerating digital infrastructure, improving trade flows, and unlocking private sector investment. These initiatives are central to building a more productive, competitive, and inclusive economy.
Edun emphasised that the government’s priority is to create an environment conducive to investment, business growth, and job creation for Nigerians. He noted that strong momentum across key sectors is being driven by decisive policy actions and a renewed focus on sustainable economic growth.
The engagement underscores Nigeria’s efforts to deepen partnerships with international development institutions to accelerate reforms and attract investment critical to long-term economic competitiveness.
