President Bola Tinubu says the growing economic relationship between Nigeria and France must now translate into tangible development outcomes, as trade between both countries reached $4.7 billion in 2025.
The president made the remarks while welcoming the outcome of the 10th France-Nigeria Business Council Meeting held during the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi, Kenya.
According to a statement released on Tuesday, the president said Nigeria’s position as the leading destination for French investment in sub-Saharan Africa shows that the partnership between both countries has acquired significant economic importance.
He added that the next phase of the relationship should focus on creating jobs, expanding industries, developing infrastructure and delivering broader prosperity.
“With trade between both countries reaching $4.7 billion in 2025 and Nigeria remaining the top destination for French investment in sub-Saharan Africa, the relationship now carries real economic weight and must be translated into more jobs, industries, infrastructure, and shared prosperity,” the statement said.
