The U.S. Department of Commerce and Nigeria’s Ministry of Investment, Trade, and Industry, along with the Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, have formalized their commitment to enhancing commercial ties through a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and a joint statement on shared digital priorities.

“With the largest population and largest democracy in Africa, Nigeria is an essential partner for the United States,” said Secretary Raimondo. “At the U.S. Department of Commerce, we are committed to working hand-in-hand with our Nigerian Government colleagues to foster deeper commercial cooperation that helps promote inclusive economic growth, fosters innovation, and creates jobs in both our countries.”

In Washington on Thursday, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo and Nigeria's Minister of Investment, Trade, and Industry Dr. Doris Nkiruka Uzoka-Anite signed an MOU to establish the U.S.-Nigeria Commercial and Investment Partnership.