The West Africa Economic Summit opened Friday in Abuja, drawing African leaders, international officials, and private sector representatives.
Nigeria’s President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, set to speak Saturday, welcomed attendees on social media, highlighting the summit’s regional ambitions.
He emphasized leveraging West Africa’s economic strengths and opportunities to foster collaboration among governments and global investors.
The summit will see participation from key leaders, including Ghana’s John Mahama, Senegal’s Bassirou Diomaye Faye, and Benin’s Patrice Talon.
Under the banner “One Voice, One Future,” the event seeks to unify voices for a prosperous West African economic future.
Hosted by ECOWAS, the summit aims to enhance regional economic integration, trade facilitation, and collective growth.
Officials, policymakers, businesses, and development partners will explore strategies to deepen cooperation across the sub-region.
The gathering underscores West Africa’s push toward economic resilience and shared prosperity amid global challenges.
As discussions unfold, hopes rise for concrete actions to strengthen trade networks and investment flows.
The summit represents a pivotal moment in West Africa’s journey toward greater economic unity and global competitiveness.
