The United Nations Deputy Secretary-General (DSG), Amina Mohammed, has met with the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, as part of the UN’s ongoing efforts to strengthen collaboration with Nigeria on critical issues, including regional stability, economic growth, and social protection.
Discussions at the Ministry’s Headquarters Abuja focused on leveraging the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA) to enhance Nigeria’s trade and economic relations across the region.
Mohammed Manga, Director, Information and Public Relations at the ministry of Finance in a statement disclosed that they also addressed strategies for improving food security, strengthening social protection systems to meet the socio-economic needs of Nigerians, as well as identifying ways the UN can mobilize its resources and expertise to support the country’s development goals.
Grateful Mr Wale Edun who received the DSG, Amina Mohammed, along with the Minister of State Finance Dr Doris Uzoka-Anite noted her sustained engagement with Nigeria. He detailed progress in the administration’s social safety programmes, particularly the digitalization of its Direct Benefit Transfers initiative to enhance efficiency and transparency.
The minister also highlighted advancements in agriculture, noting improvements in wet and dry season farming as a result of targeted government support.
The DSG was accompanied by a high-level UN delegation, including Leonardo Simão, UN Special Representative; Sa’adatu Shuaibu, UN Political Affairs Officer; Zubaida Mahmoud, UN Representative; and Sergio Mate, UN Special Assistant.
The meeting marks a significant milestone in Nigeria’s partnership with the UN, paving the way for enhanced cooperation and collaboration on key development issues.
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