President Tinubu embarks on two-week working visit to Paris

According to a statement by Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the visit will serve as a strategic retreat to evaluate midterm achievements and chart a course for the administration’s second anniversary.

During his time in Paris, President Tinubu will review the progress of ongoing reforms and engage in strategic planning to deepen national development priorities.

Onanuga emphasized that this period of reflection will help shape policies to accelerate Nigeria’s economic growth and governance reforms.

“This period of reflection will inform plans to deepen ongoing reforms and accelerate national development priorities in the coming year,” the statement read.

Onanuga said the President’s commitment to economic reforms is evident in recent achievements, including a significant increase in Nigeria’s net foreign exchange reserves.

This is not President Tinubu’s first visit to Paris this year. In February, he made a private trip to France before attending the African Union (AU) Summit in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

During his stop in Paris, Tinubu held discussions with French President Emmanuel Macron, focusing on strengthening bilateral relations, trade partnerships, and investment opportunities between Nigeria and France.

Just before his departure on Wednesday, President Tinubu approved the reconstitution of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited board.

“The board’s restructuring is crucial for enhancing operational efficiency, restoring investor confidence, boosting local content, driving economic growth, and advancing gas commercialization and diversification,” Onanuga stated.

President Tinubu’s working visit to Paris reflects his administration’s focus on governance, economic reforms, and international collaboration.

By leveraging this retreat to assess milestones and refine strategies, the President aims to ensure that Nigeria remains on a path of sustainable development. The administration’s proactive approach to addressing domestic and international challenges signals a commitment to fostering growth and stability.