Abuja, Nigeria – The Honourable Minister of State for Finance, Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite, MD, CFA, has reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to strengthening international partnerships that support sustainable economic growth and long-term resilience.
In a recent high-level meeting with Dr. Tajeddine Seif, Honourary Special Adviser to the President of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Ambassador of the Pontifical Fondazione Gravissimum Educationis, discussions focused on expanding strategic investment opportunities in Nigeria.
The talks explored potential collaboration in key sectors such as education, human capital development, and sustainable financing, all of which align with Nigeria’s ongoing fiscal and economic reform agenda.
Speaking after the meeting, Dr. Uzoka-Anite said:
“I was pleased to meet with Dr. Tajeddine Seif to advance discussions on strategic investment opportunities in Nigeria. We explored collaboration in areas including education, human capital development, and sustainable financing, aligned with Nigeria’s ongoing fiscal and economic reforms.”
She emphasized that Nigeria is actively working to improve its investment climate through stronger public financial management systems and policy reforms.
“As we continue to strengthen public financial management and improve the investment climate, Nigeria remains open to partnerships that support inclusive growth and long-term economic resilience,” she added.
The engagement reflects Nigeria’s broader efforts to attract foreign investment, diversify its economy, and build capacity in critical sectors that can drive sustainable development. Education and human capital development remain central to the country’s strategy for empowering its workforce and fostering innovation.
Dr. Tajeddine Seif’s involvement signals growing interest from the UAE and international partners in Nigeria’s reform-driven economic agenda, particularly in projects that promote long-term social and financial impact.
Government officials say such partnerships are vital to achieving Nigeria’s development goals and ensuring economic stability in an increasingly competitive global environment.
