By Goodluck Ikiebe in Abuja.
Nigeria’s Finance and Coordinating Minister, Mr Wale Edun, has emphasized the resilience and commitment of African economies to achieve growth and alleviate poverty in the continent.
Mr Edun stated this on Friday at the opening ceremony of the African Caucus Meeting 2024 held in Abuja, Nigeria.
In his capacity as Chairman of the event, the Finance Minister highlighted the critical need to identify strategic opportunities and align with investor interests to effectively deploy resources for economic advancement.
“African growth must be embedded in human capital,” HM Edun noted.
Mr Edun emphasized the necessity of investing in people as Africa progresses toward a brighter future.
The theme of the event, “Facilitating Intra-African Trade: Catalyst for Sustainable Development in Africa,” was recognized as pivotal for accelerating the transformation of African nations.
The Finance Minister expressed optimism about how this focus will contribute to sustainable growth and development.
