Mr Akutah said the federal government’s plan under President Tinubu’s administration is to complete the inland dry port projects in Heipang, Plateau.
Mr Rimi said the workshop marked a pivotal step in fostering understanding and collaboration to harness the immense potential of a national traceability system.
ECA simulations suggest that with full implementation of the AfCFTA, intra-continental food trade could increase by over 60 per cent by 2045.
He said the global business landscape was shifting towards sustainable and impact-driven investments.
A representative of the office, Franca Achimugu, told journalists that the office was mandated to ensure businesses made the most out of AfCFTA.
Over 50% of the continent’s imports and exports are tied to just five economies, all outside of Africa.
NADDC says Nigeria spends approximately $19 million annually importing motorcycle spare parts.
The ASDR 2024 report was unveiled on the sideline of the African Economic Conference in Gaborone, Botswana.
Mr Piero said that while the AU talked about economic freedom, nations still uphold laws and policies that hinder Africa’s development.
The purpose of the meeting is to consider the additional inputs made by relevant stakeholders on the draft offer.
