Vice-President Kashim Shettima says President Bola Tinubu is committed to unlocking Nigeria’s full potential and positioning the country as a leading force in Africa.

Mr Shettima stated this when he hosted a delegation from the Hertie School of Governance, Berlin, led by its senior fellow, Rolf Alter, at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Wednesday.

He said Nigeria was actively seeking expertise from the global best institutions to enhance policy formulation and implementation, particularly in human capital development.

The vice-president noted that Mr Tinubu was determined to elevate Nigeria to its rightful position as a leading force in Africa.

“The current crop of leadership in Nigeria under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is ready and willing to unleash the full potential of the Nigerian nation on the African continent,” stated Mr Shettima. “We are laying the groundwork through strategic reforms, and at the heart of it is human capital development.”

He described the Hertie School as a valuable partner in the journey.

According to him, the Hertie School of Governance, Berlin, has a track record and institutional knowledge that add value to our policy formulation and delivery, especially in this disruptive age.

He acknowledged the vital support of international development partners in that effort.

Mr Shettima assured the delegation of the government’s readiness to deepen cooperation.

Mr Shettima explained the government’s recent economic decisions, including removing fuel subsidies and foreign exchange reforms.

Mr Alter congratulated the Tinubu administration for successfully launching and implementing the human capital development strategy.

The group leader described the development as ambitious and targeted towards the improvement of the lives of the citizens. He expressed satisfaction with the outcome of his engagements since arriving in the country.

(NAN)