FG sensitises North-East businesses on ECOWAS, AfCFTA trade opportunities

Author: Timi OwolabiPublished on: September 5, 2026Country: Nigeria

Business & Economy

FG sensitises North-East businesses on ECOWAS, AfCFTA trade opportunities

The Federal Government has launched a sensitisation programme to help Nigerian businesses access trade opportunities under ECOWAS and AfCFTA. Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Sola Enikanolaiye, stated that the initiative aims to bring the benefits of Nigeria's foreign policy closer to citizens, starting with the North-East. Bauchi Governor Bala Mohammed expressed the state's support for the programme, emphasizing the importance of the private sector for economic prosperity.

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