The Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Doris Uzoka-Anite, has outlined key initiatives aimed at accelerating economic growth and job creation by the Tinubu administration.
She said the ministry was actively involved in negotiating
Nigeria’s accession to the Africa Continental Free Trade Area, AFCFTA,
recognizing its potential for export diversification, market access expansion,
and increased foreign direct investment.
“Several initiatives target reforms in the commodity trading
landscape, fostering better outcomes for farmers and miners.
“Upgrading NCX operations, robust outreach programs, and
establishing a National Job Centre are among the efforts underway.
“Notably, the Skill-UP Artisans program, SUPA, aims to
empower 10 million artisans with tech-enabled skills and industry-standard
certifications, addressing skills gaps and reducing reliance on labor imports”,
she highlighted.
Anite emphasized the Ministry’s commitment to innovative
solutions and cross-sector collaboration.
In attendance were Senior Special Assistant to the President
on Information and Strategy Mr Bayo Onanuga, Permanent Secretary of the
Ministry of Information and National Orientation, Dr Ngozi Onwudiwe, as well as
Chief Executive Officers of agencies under the two ministries.
The Minister of Information and National Orientation
Mohammed Idris, who moderated the second edition of the Ministerial Press
Briefing Series (MPBS) featuring the Minister of Industry, Trade and
Investment, said, “We are gathered here to build trust and ensure the people of
Nigeria are informed.
“This platform allows you, the media, to directly engage
with senior officials and hold us accountable.”
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