Nigeria to host 2025 West Africa Economic Summit WAES 2025

Spread the love

… set to unlock Trade and Investment in West Africa

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, announces the convening of the West Africa Economic Summit (WAES) 2025, taking place on June 20–21 at the Abuja International Conference Centre (AICC).

This landmark regional event will serve as a pivotal platform to unlock trade and investment opportunities, strengthen regional integration, and empower West Africa’s youth, positioning the region for inclusive and sustainable prosperity.

Theme: “West Africa Economic Summit: Unlocking Trade and Investment Opportunities in the Region”

WAES 2025 will bring together regional Heads of State, Ministers, investors, CEOs, SMEs, development partners, youth innovators, and media stakeholders to deliver actionable solutions to the region’s most pressing economic challenges. The summit aligns with Nigeria’s revitalized foreign policy agenda, the 4D strategy — Democracy, Development, Demography, and Diaspora — with a strong emphasis on leveraging West Africa’s demographic potential and driving inclusive development through trade, innovation, and entrepreneurship.

Key Highlights of WAES 2025

• High-Level Policy Dialogue: A Presidential Roundtable and Private Sector CEO Forum will culminate in a Communiqué outlining strategic priorities for trade and investment across the region.

• Investment and Partnership Opportunities: The WAES Deal Room will host targeted B2G and B2B sessions aimed at securing at least five landmark investment deals or PPPs.

• West Africa Business Expo: A showcase of investment-ready SMEs and regional projects designed to promote intra-African value chains and entrepreneurship.

• Cultural and Youth Empowerment: Events such as the West Africa Art Exhibition and Innovation Pitch will spotlight the region’s creative economy and youth potential.

A Vision for a Unified and Prosperous West Africa

WAES 2025 will address regional priorities including economic resilience, youth employment, infrastructure development, and trade facilitation.

By advancing peace, good governance, and cross-border integration, the summit seeks to establish West Africa as a globally competitive economic bloc.

Join us in shaping the future of West Africa.

Register now at waes2025.org or contact the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for inquiries at waes@foreignaffairs.gov.ng.

Related Posts

Nigeria Police Council Endorses Appointment Of Tunji Disu As Inspector-General Of Police, Swearing-in On Wednesday

Spread the love

Spread the loveThe Nigeria Police Council on Monday unanimously ratified the appointment of Olatunji Rilwan Disu as the Inspector-General of Police, paving the way for his swearing-in by President Bola…

Read more

Tackle False Information, Verify Before You Amplify – Information Minister Tasks Youth

Spread the love

Spread the loveThe Honourable Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has warned that false information poses a serious moral and national challenge, urging Nigerian youth and other citizens…

Read more

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

You Missed

Nigeria Police Council Endorses Appointment Of Tunji Disu As Inspector-General Of Police, Swearing-in On Wednesday

Nigeria Police Council Endorses Appointment Of Tunji Disu As Inspector-General Of Police, Swearing-in On Wednesday

Tackle False Information, Verify Before You Amplify – Information Minister Tasks Youth

Tackle False Information, Verify Before You Amplify – Information Minister Tasks Youth

President Tinubu Accepts Egbetokun’s Resignation As Inspector-general of Police, Appoints Tunji Disu in Acting Capacity

President Tinubu Accepts Egbetokun’s Resignation As Inspector-general of Police, Appoints Tunji Disu in Acting Capacity

President Tinubu Urges Governors to Remember The Poor, Empower The Underprivileged

President Tinubu Urges Governors to Remember The Poor, Empower The Underprivileged

President Tinubu Congratulates Winners of Elections in FCT, Kano and Rivers

President Tinubu Congratulates Winners of Elections in FCT, Kano and Rivers

FAAN, MTN Launch Free WiFi at Airports

FAAN, MTN Launch Free WiFi at Airports