Nigeria has opened its doors to global investors and regional leaders as the first-ever West Africa Economic Summit (WAES) kicked off in Abuja, with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu describing the event as a turning point for unlocking the region's shared economic potential.
Speaking ahead of the summit's main sessions on Saturday, President Tinubu—who is also Chairman of ECOWAS—welcomed participants via his official X handle, reaffirming his commitment to uniting the sub-region for inclusive growth.
Themed "One Voice, One Future", the WAES brings together heads of state from ECOWAS, top financiers, global businesses, and development institutions to discuss regional trade, cross-border investments, infrastructure, and innovation.
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Key activities include a high-level investment forum, policy roundtables, and country-led showcases of economic reforms. The summit is hosted at the Bola Tinubu International Conference Centre and coordinated by the Federal Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Tinubu, under his Renewed Hope Agenda, has consistently pushed for deeper economic integration within West Africa, positioning Nigeria as a regional hub for trade and private sector growth.
"This summit is about collaboration, not competition. West Africa must now speak with one voice for our shared future," the president said.
The WAES also aligns with the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) goals, aiming to create a single market that makes West Africa a compelling destination for long-term investment.
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