Nigeria and Tunisia are stepping up their economic partnership after a high-level meeting between Nigeria’s Minister of Finance, Wale Edun, and Tunisia’s Minister of Economy and Planning, Samir Abdelhafidh. The talks zeroed in on expanding cooperation in tourism, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, SME development, and intra-African trade.
Both ministers recognized the potential for stronger collaboration to open new markets and investment opportunities, especially for small and medium-sized businesses in both countries. To drive real results, they agreed to establish a joint working group dedicated to turning strategic dialogue into actionable, high-impact projects.
In a major boost for business mobility and investor access, Tunisia announced plans to launch a direct Tunis–Abuja flight by 2026. The new route is set to facilitate cross-border trade, deepen commercial relations, and unlock fresh opportunities for entrepreneurs and SMEs on both sides.
The renewed partnership signals a shared commitment to building a more integrated and prosperous African economy—one where businesses in Nigeria and Tunisia can thrive together.
