Nigeria’s Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, who led Nigeria’s delegation to the 2026 Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank Group, has arrived in Bangkok, Thailand, a day ahead of the formal opening of the meetings
The Bretton Woods finance institutions’ meetings are scheduled for October 12 to 18, and would feature finance ministers, central bank governors, development partners and other global economic decision makers to discuss global economic developments, financing priorities and strategies for sustainable growth.
A statement issued by the Federal Ministry of Finance, indicated that for Nigeria, the meetings come amid ongoing efforts to strengthen macroeconomic stability, attract investment and ensure that economic reforms translate into productive activities, expanded business opportunities and jobs.
The ministry clarifies that the minister’s participation provides an opportunity for Nigeria to engage with international financial institutions and development partners on issues relevant to the country’s economic priorities and its place in the global economy.
