Nigeria and Germany have moved to deepen their bilateral partnership, focusing on agriculture, clean energy, local manufacturing, and skills development. Officials from both countries held high-level discussions in Abuja to explore fresh investment routes and job opportunities, according to PM News Nigeria.
The session brought together key members of the Federal Executive Council and a visiting team from the German Bundestag Committee on Economic Cooperation and Development. The foreign delegation was headed by Professor Wolfgang Stefinger, while Nigeria was represented by senior cabinet ministers overseeing planning, farming, and industry.
Senator Abubakar Bagudu, the Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, pointed out that both nations stand to gain significantly from increased trade, technical knowledge exchange, and joint economic management strategies. He noted that sound governance and institutional learning remain crucial for lasting development.
On the agricultural front, Minister of Agriculture and Food Security Senator Abubakar Kyari outlined plans to cut food imports and curb post-harvest waste. Kyari stated that Nigeria wants to broaden irrigation systems, open up financing for farmers, and deploy modern machinery, especially to help young people and women working in agribusiness.
Industrial growth also featured heavily in the talks. Minister of State for Industry Senator John Enoh highlighted the push to expand domestic manufacturing and digital skills, while praising the German development agency, GIZ, for its ongoing vocational work across the country. Minister of State Doris Uzoka-Anite urged German institutions to offer steady financing for youth programs, clean power, and basic infrastructure.
Stefinger noted that Germany remains keen on backing sustainable economic plans, healthcare systems, renewable power, and technical education in Nigeria. While both sides expressed optimism about future collaborations, no formal agreements or specific financial pledges were signed during the gathering.
