The Government of Liberia has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening trade and investment relations with Nigeria, ahead of the Liberia–Nigeria Trade and Investment Forum scheduled for July 15 in Lagos.
The Embassy of Liberia in Nigeria said this in a statement issued on Tuesday by Mr Jerry Nyenpan, Minister Counsellor for Press and Public Affairs.
According to the statement, a high-level Liberian delegation has arrived in Lagos for the one-day forum aimed at expanding trade opportunities, attracting investments and deepening bilateral economic cooperation.
Nyenpan said the forum reflected the shared commitment of Liberia and Nigeria to promoting intra-African trade and economic integration.
He said the delegation included Liberia’s Minister of Commerce and Industry, Magdalene Dagoseh, the leadership of the National Investment Commission (NIC) and other senior government officials.
According to him, the visit underscores Liberia’s determination to position itself as a preferred destination for trade, investment, tourism and industrial partnerships in West Africa.
The forum is expected to bring together government officials, investors, business leaders, financial institutions, manufacturers, exporters, entrepreneurs and development partners from both countries.
Nyenpan described the event as a strategic platform for showcasing Liberia’s investment potential and strengthening commercial ties with Nigeria, one of Africa’s largest economies.
“It is a platform for Liberia to present the enormous opportunities available across agriculture, mining, manufacturing, tourism, infrastructure, digital innovation and other key sectors.”
He said the Liberian government was intensifying efforts to improve the business environment, strengthen investor confidence and attract regional and international investments.
Nyenpan added that the National Investment Commission would present investment incentives, ongoing reforms and priority projects designed to attract foreign direct investment into the country.He said the commission would also engage prospective investors on Liberia’s competitive advantages, including its strategic Atlantic coastline, abundant natural resources, youthful workforce and access to regional markets through ECOWAS
