Hon. Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, met with Nigerian Professionals in the Netherlands to discuss the upcoming Nigerian-Dutch Business and Investment Forum.
During the meeting, Minister Tuggar highlighted the pivotal role of diaspora engagement in Nigeria’s development, aligning with the principles of the Tinubu doctrine of 4-D Diplomacy: Demography, Development, Diaspora, and Democracy. This doctrine shapes Nigeria’s approach to economic growth and global engagement, focusing on initiatives such as the Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC) and improving forex accessibility.
Today, I met with the Nigerian Professionals in Netherlands ahead of President Tinubu's participation in the Nigerian-Dutch Business and Investment Forum.
I emphasized the crucial role of diaspora engagement in Nigeria's development, guided by the Tinubu doctrine of 4-D… pic.twitter.com/8HlE6vSoJe
— Hon. Yusuf Maitama Tuggar (@YusufTuggar) April 24, 2024With Nigeria’s population exceeding 213 million, there’s a concerted effort to harness this demographic dividend for economic advancement, industrialization, and international alignment.
Diaspora engagement remains a top priority, with plans to leverage their expertise and capital through mechanisms like the Diaspora Fund to drive infrastructure, healthcare, and agricultural programs.
The Netherlands stands as the 4th largest investor in Nigeria, indicating substantial investment prospects and confidence in Nigeria’s market.