President Kashim Shettima is en route to Dallas, USA, representing President Bola Tinubu at the 2024 US-Africa Business Summit, a pivotal gathering for global leaders to discuss economic partnerships. This move underscores Nigeria’s proactive stance in fostering investment opportunities.
Vice President Kashim Shettima has embarked on a significant journey from Abuja to Dallas, United States, as he gears up to stand in for President Bola Tinubu at the much-anticipated 2024 US-Africa Business Summit. This pivotal summit, organized by the Corporate Council on Africa, is set to unfold at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in Dallas, Texas, bringing together a diverse array of political and business figures from Africa and beyond.
In a statement relayed by Stanley Nkwocha, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Communications, it was revealed that the Vice President will participate in high-profile dialogues, networking opportunities, and plenary sessions alongside esteemed leaders from Africa and the United States.
Among the distinguished African leaders expected at this crucial summit are Presidents Joseph Boakai of Liberia, Lazarus Chakwera of Malawi, Joao Lourenço of Angola, Mokgweetsi Masisi of Botswana, José Maria Neves of Cabo Verde, and Deputy Prime Minister Nthomeng Majara of Lesotho.
Vice President Shettima’s agenda includes addressing various sessions such as the Roundtable on African Infrastructure Investment and a pivotal plenary session focusing on Navigating Africa’s Energy Future. Moreover, he is slated to lead discussions on agribusiness, particularly transitioning “from food insecurity to thriving agribusinesses.”
Additionally, Vice President Shettima is set to chair a session advocating for the ‘Invest in Nigeria’ initiative and engage in other strategic meetings on the sidelines of the summit.
This participation by the Vice President serves as a testament to Nigeria’s unwavering dedication to fortifying economic ties with the United States while actively showcasing the vast investment potential within the nation. His engagements aim to spotlight Nigeria’s growth prospects, enticing investors, and nurturing collaborative ventures.
Anticipated to conclude his impactful engagements, Vice President Shettima is expected to return to Nigeria following the culmination of his commitments in the United States.
