APC chair says Tinubu’s foreign trips bring investment to Nigeria
President Bola Tinubu’s international travels are bringing significant economic benefits to Nigeria, according to Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress. He highlighted that these trips have attracted major foreign investments and strengthened global partnerships. Critics have questioned the necessity of the trips, but the APC leadership insists the benefits outweigh the costs. The administration says these diplomatic efforts are vital for Nigeria’s long-term prosperity.
What we know
- Professor Nentawe Yilwatda stated that Bola Tinubu’s foreign trips have resulted in over $50 billion in Foreign Direct Investment commitments for Nigeria.
- The visits have focused on economic cooperation, trade expansion, and building strategic partnerships with countries across Africa, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and the Americas.
- Major sectors benefiting from these investments include energy, manufacturing, logistics, agriculture, technology, and infrastructure.
- The APC chairman cited agreements like the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement with the United Arab Emirates as examples of recent diplomatic successes.
- He urged Nigerians to support the administration’s efforts, emphasizing that the reforms and international engagements are designed to improve the economy and living standards.
