The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, has arrived in Bangkok, Thailand, as the head of the Nigerian delegation ahead of the 2026 annual meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank Group.
Key Highlights
- Finance Minister Taiwo Oyedele has arrived in Bangkok, Thailand, leading Nigeria’s delegation.
- The 2026 IMF/World Bank annual meetings hold from October 12 to 18.
- Finance ministers, central bank governors and development partners will discuss growth and financing.
- Nigeria is seeking to strengthen macroeconomic stability and attract investment.
The development was announced in a statement issued by Efe Ovuakporie, Head of the Information and Public Relations Unit of the Federal Ministry of Finance.
Scheduled for October 12 to 18, the IMF/World Bank annual meetings will bring together finance ministers, central bank governors, development partners and other global economic stakeholders to discuss economic trends, financing priorities and strategies for sustainable growth.
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Nigeria’s participation is coming as the country continues efforts to strengthen macroeconomic stability, attract investment and ensure that economic reforms translate into increased productivity, business expansion and job creation.
Oyedele’s attendance is expected to provide an opportunity for Nigeria to engage with international financial institutions and development partners on economic priorities, investment opportunities and the country’s position in the global economy.
Further details of the minister’s engagements and Nigeria’s participation are expected to be released as the meetings progress.
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