Nigeria has officially secured the hosting rights for the 2025 Afreximbank Annual Meetings (AAM2025), marking a significant milestone in the country’s leadership in African trade and economic development. The announcement was formalized during a signing ceremony held at the Federal Ministry of Finance Headquarters Auditorium in Abuja.
The Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, signed the agreement on behalf of the Nigerian government, reaffirming the nation’s commitment to fostering economic growth across the continent. The event was attended by key dignitaries, including Afreximbank President, Professor Benedict Oramah, Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, and other senior government officials and business leaders.
Speaking at the ceremony, Mr. Edun emphasized the significance of hosting AAM2025, noting that the event will provide a platform for critical discussions on trade financing, economic expansion, and investment opportunities in Africa.
“Nigeria is honoured to host the 2025 Afreximbank Annual Meetings, which will serve as a crucial forum for advancing Africa’s financial sector and reinforcing Nigeria’s role as a hub for economic transformation,” he said.
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Professor Oramah commended Nigeria’s efforts in promoting trade and economic development, adding that hosting AAM2025 will further strengthen the country’s influence in shaping Africa’s financial landscape.
The Afreximbank Annual Meetings attract policymakers, investors, and financial experts from around the world to discuss Africa’s economic challenges and opportunities. The 2025 edition, scheduled to take place in Abuja from June 23 to June 27, will focus on enhancing trade financing for African businesses, strengthening cross-border trade and payment systems, and expanding opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Discussions will also highlight Africa’s role in global trade and industrialization.
With over 5,000 delegates expected to attend, AAM2025 is set to reinforce Nigeria’s position as a leading investment destination while fostering stronger intra-African trade and economic cooperation.
