On October 16, 2025, George Akume, Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), reaffirmed the federal government’s dedication to strengthening ties with the private sector to drive sustainable economic growth. Speaking during a meeting with a delegation from the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA) and the Organised Private Sector of Nigeria (OPSN), led by President Jani Ibrahim, in Abuja, Akume highlighted the pivotal role of public-private collaboration in unlocking Nigeria’s economic potential.
Akume praised NACCIMA’s contributions to policy advocacy and enterprise development, describing the private sector as co-drivers in building a resilient, diversified economy under President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. He assured full cooperation from his office to foster impactful engagements.
Ibrahim outlined NACCIMA’s Green Initiative, aiming to plant one billion economic trees across Nigeria in partnership with federal and state governments to promote climate resilience, sustainability, and rural employment. He emphasized a “Nigeria First” approach to prioritize local capacity and indigenous enterprise for mutual prosperity.
