Vice President Kashim Shettima outlined Nigeria’s promising growth due to President Bola Tinubu’s leadership ahead of the Nigeria-Brazil Strategic Dialogue Mechanism. Emphasizing the importance of strategic preparation, he called on key ministers to drive effective discussions. The upcoming dialogue aims to strengthen ties in agriculture, culture, and defense, while the First Lady commended the efforts towards economic stabilization.
In anticipation of the upcoming Nigeria-Brazil Strategic Dialogue Mechanism, Vice President Kashim Shettima highlighted Nigeria’s new growth trajectory, attributing it to President Bola Tinubu’s leadership and well-conceived policies. This dialogue will see Brazil’s Vice President Geraldo Alckmin leading a delegation, marking a significant engagement between the two nations after a decade-long hiatus.
Senator Oluremi Tinubu, the First Lady, praised the economic management team, particularly the Minister of Finance, Mr. Wale Edun, for their efforts in stabilizing Nigeria’s economy. During a meeting at the State House, Shettima expressed confidence in the ministers’ understanding of the key issues, urging them to prepare thoroughly for discussions at the strategic dialogue.
The Vice President emphasized the importance of a coherent strategy and a comprehensive understanding of issues on the agenda. He urged all Ministers involved in the Nigeria-Brazil dialogue to actively engage with strategic focus groups for timely updates in preparation for the Brazilian delegation’s visit. Shettima noted the necessity to realize the nation’s development goals effectively.
Shettima stressed the significance of the Nigeria-Brazil partnership, citing opportunities in areas such as agriculture, culture, tourism, and technology. Minister of Agriculture, Abubakar Kyari, remarked on the potential of revitalizing Nigeria’s agricultural sector, stressing the importance of collaboration in achieving food sovereignty.
Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa, highlighted Brazil’s cultural ties to Nigeria, proposing expanded collaboration in the creative sector. There are plans to enhance cultural diplomacy, including the rebuilding of the Nigerian House in Brazil and hosting an annual Orisha Festival.
Regarding defense cooperation, Minister Muhammad Badaru revealed plans for a defense agreement with Brazil, focusing on developing local production capacities. Minister of Health, Mohammed Ali Pate, recognized healthcare opportunities, emphasizing the importance of vaccine and pharmaceutical manufacturing cooperation with Brazil.
The Vice President’s Technical Assistant on Agriculture, Ms. Marion Moon, noted the potential impact of Brazil’s agricultural expertise on Nigerian agriculture. She introduced the forthcoming $1.1 billion Green Imperative Project, which aims to modernize Nigeria’s agricultural sector through technology transfer.
Furthermore, first lady Oluremi Tinubu commended the economic management team during a visit from Mr. Wale Edun. She acknowledged their efforts in ensuring economic stability amid challenges, emphasizing the upcoming African Export-Import Bank meeting as a platform to showcase Nigeria positively.
Finance Minister Edun reaffirmed the government’s commitment to enhancing Nigeria’s competitiveness on the global stage. He reported improvements in inflation, food, and petroleum prices, attributing these advancements to President Tinubu’s leadership. He expressed optimism regarding the potential of Nigeria’s exports in pharmaceuticals, textiles, and agriculture underpinned by recent foreign exchange reforms.
In summary, Nigeria is entering a transformative period under President Bola Tinubu, with bold leadership and strategic policies aimed at fostering growth and international collaboration. The anticipated Nigeria-Brazil Strategic Dialogue offers significant opportunities for investment and partnerships, particularly in agriculture, culture, and defense. As officials prepare for this engagement, the commitment to economic stabilization remains paramount, as highlighted by both Vice President Shettima and Finance Minister Wale Edun.
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