By Joy Odor
The Honourable Minister of Foreign Affairs (MFA), Amb. Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, convened a Private Sector Roundtable in Lagos on June 4, 2025, as part of the preparations for the West Africa Economic Summit (WAES).
Top business leaders gathered to discuss their role in driving regional economic integration and shaping the agenda for WAES 2025.
Amb. Tuggar reaffirmed the government’s commitment to collaborating with the private sector, emphasizing that WAES focuses on practical solutions.
He encouraged open discussions on trade barriers, infrastructure gaps, and regulatory challenges hindering growth in the sub-region.
The Roundtable marks a significant step in regional collaboration, with businesses playing a central role in shaping the vision. Key discussion points likely included:
– Trade barriers and regulatory challenges
– Infrastructure gaps and investment opportunities
– Private sector’s role in driving regional economic integration
The outcome of this Roundtable is expected to inform the agenda for WAES 2025, scheduled for June 20-21 in Abuja.
