President Bola Tinubu has called on French investors to explore opportunities in Nigeria, emphasizing the nation’s readiness for foreign business partnerships.
Speaking during a joint press briefing with French President Emmanuel Macron at the Elysee Palace in Paris, Tinubu outlined efforts to improve security and diversify the Nigerian economy.
He highlighted the country’s young, skilled population as a key asset for economic growth and urged French companies to contribute to training and development initiatives.
Tinubu also pointed to Nigeria’s strides in promoting a marine and blue economy, with Lagos serving as a model through its advancements in taming the Atlantic Ocean.
Tinubu thanked the French government for its support of Nigerian businesses in Europe and pledged to create a favorable environment for French investments in Nigeria.
He identified food security and defense as critical areas for collaboration and reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to fostering a secure and business-friendly environment.
This marks the first state visit by a Nigerian president to France in over two decades, underscoring efforts to strengthen bilateral ties amid changing global economic and political dynamics.
