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AfDB backs Tinubu’s economic reforms, seeks to improve food security

They both spoke during a meeting with a high-level delegation from the African Development Bank led by the Director General for Nigeria, Abdul Kamara.

The meeting, which was held on Wednesday in Abuja, explored a range of potential areas for collaboration between the Ministry and the AfDB.

A statement by the Director, Information and Public Relations, Mohammed Manga, said key topics discussed at the meeting included initiatives to strengthen food security, the Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones project, and other strategic engagements aimed at promoting sustainable economic growth and development in Nigeria.

The Minister highlighted, “The critical role of AfDB’s funding and technical expertise as Nigeria approaches a pivotal harvest season, which is essential for the country’s food security and economic stability.”

Rising food prices have been a recurring issue in recent years.