Liberia Strengthens Trade, Investment Partnership With Nigeria
The Government of Liberia has reiterated its commitment to strengthen trade and investment relations with Nigeria as the two countries Trade and Investment Forum holds today in Lagos.
The one-day forum, slated for July 15, 2026, is expected to broaden trade opportunities, attract investment and deepen bilateral economic cooperation between the two West African countries.
The disclosure was contained in a statement made available to the News Agency of Nigeria on Tuesday by the Minister Counsellor, Press and Public Affairs at the Embassy, Jerry Nyenpan.
He said a high-level Liberian delegation has arrived in Lagos for the one-day forum aimed at expanding trade opportunities, attracting investment and deepening bilateral economic cooperation between the two countries.
The delegation is led by Liberia’s Minister of Commerce and Industry Magdalene Dagoseh. The delegation includes the leadership of the National Investment Commission (NIC) and other senior government officials.
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The forum reflects the common commitment of Liberia and Nigeria to promote intra-African trade and advance regional economic integration, Nyenpan said.
The visit highlights Liberia’s commitment to being a preferred destination for trade, investment, tourism and industrial partnerships in West Africa, he said.
The forum will bring together government officials, investors, business leaders, financial institutions, manufacturers, exporters, entrepreneurs and development partners from the two countries.
He said the event was a strategic platform to showcase Liberia’s investment potential and to boost commercial ties with Nigeria, one of the largest economies in Africa.
The Minister Counsellor for Press and Public Affairs said Liberia will showcase investment opportunities in agriculture, mining, manufacturing, tourism, infrastructure, digital innovation and other strategic sectors.
The Liberian government is undertaking reforms to improve the business environment, increase investor confidence and attract regional and international investments, he said.
He added that the National Investment Commission would identify investment incentives, ongoing reforms and priority projects, while engaging prospective investors on the country’s competitive advantages, including its Atlantic coastline, abundant natural resources, youthful workforce and access to the ECOWAS regional market.
