Nigeria, Botswana Open Talks On Investments

The Nigerian government and Botswana have opened talks to deepen investment Opportunities between both countries.

The former Governor of Ekiti State and President, Forum of Regions of Africa, Kayode Fayemi made this known via his official Twitter handle.

In a meeting with Botswana’s President, Mokgweetsi Masisi, which also had in attendance the Chairman of Axxess and Cavista Holdings, John Olajide, the former Governor tweeted that they discussed areas of investments in different sectors.

“We discussed investments in Technology, Agriculture, Infrastructure and Human Capital Development. Very much looking forward to my next visit. Thank you, Mr President.”

It would be recalled President Masisi had in a statement in May 2023 expressed enthusiasm to strengthen bilateral relations with Nigeria, following the peaceful transfer of power to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

The statement was delivered during a breakfast seminar organized by the Corporate Council on Africa (CCA), Axxess, and the Government of Botswana.

President Masisi emphasized the importance of enhancing socio-economic ties between both countries recognizing Nigeria as one of Africa’s leading economies.