Ramin Toloui, the US Department of State Assistant Secretary for Economic and Business Affairs, reaffirmed the commitment of the United States of America to partnership with Nigeria during his November 5 to 8, 2023 visit to Lagos.
It focused on ways the US can support Nigeria’s efforts to enhance its already flourishing creative sector.
The creative sector in Nigeria is driving the country’s economic growth and workforce development.
Assistant Secretary Toloui engaged in substantive discussions with government officials and prominent creative sector stakeholders, emphasising the mutual interest in promoting African and Nigerian growth and development.
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He said: “I am here because the United States Government seeks to strengthen partnerships and support the growth of Nigeria’s vibrant creative industry.
“I had the privilege to meet some of the remarkable individuals leading Nigeria’s creative sector, which has been fuelled by surging global demand for Nigerian content.
“This growth creates jobs and drives innovation.
“At the same time, it underscores the importance of intellectual property protection within the creative sector.
“Our engagement across Africa, our infrastructure investments, and our collaboration with Nigeria reflect our shared dedication to advancing prosperity and development.”
The December 2022 US-Africa Leaders Summit highlighted the commitment of the US to expanding and deepening our partnership with African countries, institutions and people, a statement by the United States Mission in Nigeria on Sunday said.
It added that Assistant Secretary Toloui’s visit reflects that commitment.
He is the latest senior US official to have visited Nigeria to strengthen ties, promote economic growth and address shared challenges within the US-Nigeria relationship.
These engagements, the statement added, have encompassed a wide range of areas, including creatives, technology, energy, agriculture, healthcare, advocacy, investment and entrepreneurship.
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