The Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Jumoke Oduwole, has called for stronger collaboration with the Ministry of Information and National Orientation to amplify Nigeria’s economic reforms and promote the country’s trade and investment opportunities globally.
Oduwole made the call during a courtesy visit to the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, on Thursday in Abuja.
The minister stressed that strategic communication and inter-ministerial cooperation are essential to advancing the Federal Government’s economic reform agenda under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Renewed Hope Agenda.
According to her, the Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment remains committed to diversifying the Nigerian economy through industrialisation, expanding non-oil exports and attracting both domestic and foreign investment.
Oduwole said the ministry’s priorities for 2026 would focus on key strategic pillars aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s industrial competitiveness and global trade presence.
“The first pillar is unlocking global and regional demand to drive non-oil exports, industrial productivity and scale. Many Nigerian businesses are now ready for the next phase of growth, and we are working to support them through improved access to finance, incentives and policy reforms,” she said.
She added that the ministry would prioritise strengthening domestic production capacity to ensure the supply of export-ready goods and services.
As part of efforts to achieve this goal, Oduwole disclosed that the ministry plans to embark on a nationwide sub-national tour to promote opportunities under the African Continental Free Trade Area.
The minister also identified the mobilisation of strategic and inclusive investments for infrastructure, innovation and industrial transformation as a key priority for the ministry in 2026.
She noted that Nigeria has continued to showcase investment opportunities globally, citing engagements such as Nigeria House at the World Economic Forum and recent economic partnership discussions with international stakeholders.
In his response, Idris commended Oduwole for her leadership and commitment to improving Nigeria’s investment climate.
He noted that her efforts in promoting trade and investment predated her appointment into the Federal Executive Council and have continued to strengthen Nigeria’s business environment.
“The Ministry of Information and National Orientation will continue to amplify the work being done by the Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment so that Nigerians and the global community understand the opportunities that exist in the country,” he said.
The minister also highlighted positive economic indicators recorded under Tinubu’s administration, including improvements in Nigeria’s foreign reserves, economic stability and investment outlook.
He added that ongoing reforms in key sectors such as power and finance are creating a more conducive environment for investment and industrial growth.
Both ministers reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening collaboration between their ministries to ensure Nigeria’s economic transformation agenda is effectively communicated and supported both locally and internationally.
