Vice President Kashim Shettima has joined global leaders in calling for the expedited implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area, AfCFTA, agreement, aiming to elevate Africa’s economy to an ambitious $29 trillion by 2050.
Speaking on Wednesday at the ‘Friends of AfCFTA’ forum, held alongside the 2025 World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, Vice President Shettima reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to leading the charge for economic integration across the continent. He highlighted Nigeria’s readiness to harness AfCFTA’s potential, particularly in driving digital transformation and fostering a unified African market.
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The ‘Friends of AfCFTA’ forum brought together international stakeholders advocating for the success of the trade pact, which is viewed as a critical pathway to unlocking Africa’s economic potential.
According to Stanley Nkwocha, Vice-President Shettima’s spokesperson, Nigeria’s leadership role in the AfCFTA underscores its resolve to position Africa as a competitive force in the global economy.
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