By Fredrick Ameh
Nigeria deepened its economic diplomacy on Tuesday as top financial officials met with Ajay Banga at the Bank’s headquarters in Washington during the ongoing Spring Meetings of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank.
Leading the Nigerian delegation were Olayemi Cardoso, Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, and Wale Edun, Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy.
The high-level meeting focused on strengthening collaboration between Nigeria and the World Bank, with discussions expected to centre on economic reforms, financial stability, and development support.
The engagement forms part of Nigeria’s broader strategy to attract investment, secure technical assistance, and reinforce confidence in its economic direction.
Held on the sidelines of the global financial gatherings, the talks underscore Nigeria’s commitment to deepening partnerships with international institutions as it navigates ongoing economic challenges and pursues sustainable growth.