Nigeria's NEC Conference on Economic Growth
Analysis based on 21 articles · First reported Feb 08, 2026 · Last updated Feb 08, 2026
The National Economic Council Conference in Nigeria is expected to foster greater economic coordination between federal and state governments, potentially leading to more consistent policies and accelerated development outcomes. This could improve investor confidence and stimulate economic growth across various sectors in Nigeria.
The Federal Government of Nigeria is convening a two-day National Economic Council (NEC) Conference in Abuja on February 9 and 10, 2026. Presided over by Vice President Kashim Shettima, the conference aims to strengthen economic coordination and accelerate inclusive growth across Nigeria's 36 states. President Bola Tinubu will attend as the Special Guest of Honour. Governors of the 36 states, along with other key national stakeholders, development partners, and private-sector leaders, are expected to participate. The conference, convened by Minister of Budget and Economic Planning Abubakar Atiku Bagudu, will focus on macroeconomic priorities, fiscal coordination, investment mobilization, and shared development strategies under the theme 'Delivering Inclusive Growth and Sustainable Development: The Renewed Hope National Development Plan.' The goal is to align state programs with the Federal Government's long-term economic agenda, as stated by Dr. Deborah Oko Odo, Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning.
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