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Afreximbank annual meetings Abuja to unveil billion-dollar trade deals

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June 21, 2025

Afreximbank annual meetings Abuja to host global leaders, unveil trade deals, and drive Africa-CARICOM integration and AfCFTA implementation

Afreximbank annual meetings Abuja are set to convene an influential global audience from June 25 to 27, 2025, in Nigeria’s capital.

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The 32nd Annual Meetings of the African Export-Import Bank, AAM2025, will bring together over 80 countries to accelerate trade, unlock investment, and shape the future of Africa’s economic architecture.

Held under the theme *“Building the Future on Decades of Resilience,”* the summit will feature heads of state, Caribbean and African ministers, central bank governors, business moguls, and renowned academics.

According to Vincent Musumba, Afreximbank’s Communications Manager, the gathering will drive regional dialogue around critical trade issues, including the African Continental Free Trade Area and cross-border payment systems.

Among the high-profile attendees are President Bola Tinubu, former President Olusegun Obasanjo, Amb. Albert Muchanga of the African Union, and top executives such as Aliko Dangote and Tony Elumelu. Global scholars like Prof. Jeffrey Sachs and Dr Kishore Mahbubani are also confirmed to speak.

The Afreximbank meetings are expected to catalyse public-private partnerships and foster the signing of several memoranda of understanding. These agreements could unlock billions of dollars for strategic sectors in the coming decade.

“These discussions aim to reduce business costs, improve trade infrastructure, and deepen regional economic integration,” Musumba said, stressing the importance of private sector input in policy reform.

Prof. Benedict Oramah, President of Afreximbank, described AAM2025 as a turning point for Africa amid global economic headwinds. He thanked the Nigerian government for its support in hosting the meetings, which return to Africa after a successful outing in The Bahamas.

“With platforms like this, we influence policy, shift narratives, and inspire reforms that foster innovation, inclusion, and competitiveness,” Oramah noted. “AAM2025 is about catalysing practical action, building stronger institutions, and unlocking Africa’s full innovation potential.”

The forum will also spotlight Africa-CARICOM economic ties and introduce new initiatives designed to mobilise South-South cooperation.

In addition to its immediate economic value, AAM2025 is projected to leave a lasting legacy by inspiring institutional reforms, promoting inclusive growth, and elevating Africa’s trade profile on the global stage.

Also read: Nigerian creative economy budget boosted by $200 million Afreximbank investment

With thousands of delegates and media representatives expected, the Afreximbank annual meetings Abuja will not only showcase Nigeria’s diplomatic readiness but also position Africa as a centre of ideas, partnerships, and progress.

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August 27, 2026

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The contemporary art and photography exhibition “Wake Up!” is back again for a second edition.

Curated by Awele Onwordi, Wake Up! 2 exhibition pays homage to the Nigerian youth and burgeoning street culture which many of its contributing artists reference in their works.

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Titled “Young, Wild, Free”, the exhibition celebrates the creativity, resilience, freedom and cultural influence found in Nigerian youth.

Taking aim at societal issues and economic concerns, the exhibit reflects the youth and their refusal to compromise or bow despite all the challenges stacked against them while charting youth culture through art, music, fashion, skateboarding, photography and community.

The exhibition will be held, once again, at the Angel and Muse Gallery at 25 Sumbo Jibowu street off Ribadu Road off Awolowo Road in Ikoyi.

It will open on Saturday 5 September 2026 and will run until 11 September 2026
This second edition which focuses on celebrating, nurturing and exploring artistic practices rooted in youth and street culture will feature works from DENCITY and SUPERGLIDER HOUSE.

Exhibiting artists include Ajilore Kehinde – their work is deeply influenced by Nigerian street culture and works of other artists like Slawn, Peters Ejiro, etc, Chuka Onwordi – graphic designer who embodies themes of death, melancholy and beauty in his works, ZIDYEP – Abuja based creative whose works move between digital and physical spaces through art, graphic design and air brushing , Franklyn Okoye – graphic designer and artist whose works explore themes of identity and hyper-reality, Awele Onwordi – founder & curator of WAKE UP and multidisciplinary artist whose practice spans character art, creative logo design, album covers and more , Oluchi Kogolo – digital illustrator whose work explores street culture, personality and storytelling through a raw and playful visual style and Kozetuo Apeji – multidisciplinary artists who work explores experimental approaches to problem solving through both digital and traditional art forms.

Commenting on the exhibition in her curatorial statement, Awele noted that “despite economic instability, limited opportunities and socio-political challenges, Nigerian youth continue to shape culture through music, fashion, art, skateboarding, raves, photography and community.”

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Continuing and harping on the raison d’etre of the exhibition she said, “Young, Wild and Free exists to celebrate Nigerian youth while also creating a platform that supports and amplifies them.”