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Nigeria Secures €300m Development Partnership With France

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Nigerian government has secured a €300 million development partnership with France.

The development partnership agreement was signed on Thursday at a meeting in Paris.

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The meeting was part of activities during the official visit of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to France.

According to a statement by the Director Information and public relations, Ministry of Finance, Mohammed Manga, the agreement is set to bolster key sectors of Nigeria’s economy, including healthcare, transportation, and renewable energy.

It said the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, led the Federal Republic of Nigeria in signing  the two agreements with the French Government and its development agency, AFD (Agence Française de Développement).

“These agreements, collectively valued at over €300 million, are set to strengthen key sectors of Nigeria’s economy and drive sustainable development,” the statement said.

Healthcare, Transportation, Agricultural among Strategic Focus Areas

The development partnership agreement co-signed by Edun and  France’s Minister of Economy, Finance, and Industry, Mr. Antoine Armand focuses on strategic investments in healthcare, transportation, Agricultural Value Chains, renewable energy, and Human Capital Development

Speaking at the signing ceremony in France, Mr Wale Edun emphasised that the partnership goes beyond financial support, adding that is about building robust, sustainable systems that foster development and empower Nigerians.

“It reflects the confidence of international partners in the progress of Nigeria’s economic reforms,” Edun noted.

Reinforcing Development Diplomacy

The Finance Minister, and the French Development Agency (AFD) CEO, Rémi Rioux, also signed an agreement to support Nigeria’s Renewed Hope Agenda aimed at economic stimulation through sustainable projects.

The AFD reaffirmed its dedication to long-term support for Nigeria’s energy access, sustainable agriculture, and food security initiatives, emphasizing the importance of efficient project implementation.

The Declaration of Declaration of Intent signed with AFD marks a pivotal step in Nigeria’s economic diplomacy. This agreement guarantees AFD’s continued commitment to financing sustainable projects that align with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. It prioritises the following sectors: Urban Infrastructure, Transportation Networks, Education with a focus on STEM, Sustainable Agriculture, and Food Security as well as Healthcare Systems

Additionally, AFD pledged support for Nigeria’s energy transition goals, agro-logistics hubs, and MSME financing, all aimed at fostering job creation and driving growth in high-impact sectors.

With these agreements, Nigeria and France reaffirm their commitment to forging strong bilateral ties and investing in a future of shared prosperity.

Nigerian government has secured a €300 million development partnership with France.
Nigeria’s Finance Minister, Wale Edun, and the French Development Agency (AFD) CEO, Rémi Rioux

This historic partnership is a testament to the growing confidence of international partners in Nigeria’s economic reforms. As the country continues on its path to sustainable development, this agreement is poised to play a significant role in driving growth, creating jobs, and improving the lives of Nigerians.

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