UBA chief seeks to deepen Nigeria-Brazil trade, investment ties

Oliver Alawuba, Group managing director/chief executive, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, has advocated for stronger trade and investment relations between Nigeria and Brazil, highlighting numerous collaboration opportunities in agriculture, manufacturing, energy, technology and the creative industries. Alawuba made this call in Abuja on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, during the celebration of Brazil’s National Day, hosted by the Embassy of the Federative Republic of Brazil in Nigeria. While congratulating the Government and people of Brazil, the UBA boss noted that the longstanding relationship between both countries extends beyond diplomacy to shared history, cultural heritage and a strong connection between their people. He recalled Brazil’s representation at Nigeria’s independence celebrations in 1960, describing the gesture as a cherished foundation of the relationship between the two countries and also highlighted the enduring influence of Afro-Brazilian heritage in Nigeria, particularly in Lagos Aguda communities, where Brazilian architectural, culinary and cultural traditions continue to thrive. Read also: UBA offers N30m personal loan to customers for Dangote Refinery IPO According to Alawuba, the shared entrepreneurial spirit, cultural diversity, love of music and passion for football between Nigerians and Brazilians continues to provide a strong foundation for expanding commercial ties. The UBA boss, noted that bilateral trade in goods between Nigeria and Brazil was approximately $2.4 billion in 2025, stressing that there remained considerable room to deepen economic exchange and unlock new opportunities for businesses in both countries. He also pointed to the $1.1 billion Green Imperative Agricultural Mechanization Programme as an example of the opportunities that could emerge from combining Brazilian expertise and equipment with Nigerian enterprise to improve productivity, strengthen food security and create jobs. Read also: Alawuba: Improvement in economic indicators point to Nigeria’s stabilisation journey Speaking on UBA’s pan-African reach, he explained that UBA’s presence in 20 African countries as well as the United States, United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates and France, positions the bank to effectively support trade and investment between Africa and Brazil through its reach, local knowledge and financial capabilities. While appreciating the relationship between the bank and the Embassy of Brazil, which he said had been built on confidence, trust and mutual respect since 2019, he reaffirmed the bank’s commitment to strengthening the partnership through focused service and closer collaboration. Alawuba also used the opportunity to commend the warmth of the Brazilian people, the richness of its culture and the promise of its future, expressing optimism that the longstanding friendship between Nigeria and Brazil would translate into shared economic prosperity. Related News 81st UNGA: Global digital push moves from innovation to inclusion, action Nigeria’s aviation market now 4th largest in Africa with 18.8m passengers in 2025, FAAN MD Nigeria’s grid faces residential exit as solar costs keep falling Hope Moses-Ashike Hope Moses-Ashike is an Associate Editor, Banking and Finance, with more than a decade of experience reporting on Nigeria’s financial system and broader economy. She closely tracks market movements, monetary policy decisions, company disclosures, regulatory actions, economic indicators, and global developments, and interprets what they mean for businesses, investors, policymakers, and households. Her reporting helps readers understand complex issues such as inflation trends, foreign exchange market dynamics, interest rate decisions, bank performance, and investment risks. She also covers major international events and periodically travels to Washington, D.C., to report on the World Bank/IMF Spring and Annual Meetings. Her dedication to financial journalism has earned her multiple recognitions and invitations to high-level professional development programmes. She is an alumna of the International Visitors Leadership Programme (IVLP) in the United States and holds an Advanced Financial Journalism Certificate from the Press Association Training in London, UK. Her other notable achievements include completing the Lagos Business School CMC Programme, the Bloomberg Media Africa Initiative Programme, and a Master Class in Journalism at Rhodes University in South Africa. Share

Alawuba made this call in Abuja on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, during the celebration of Brazil’s National Day, hosted by the Embassy of the Federative Republic of Brazil in Nigeria. While congratulating the Government and people of Brazil, the UBA boss noted that the longstanding relationship between both countries extends beyond diplomacy to shared history, cultural heritage and a strong connection between their people. He recalled Brazil’s representation at Nigeria’s independence celebrations in 1960, describing the gesture as a cherished foundation of the relationship between the two countries and also highlighted the enduring influence of Afro-Brazilian heritage in Nigeria, particularly in Lagos Aguda communities, where Brazilian architectural, culinary and cultural traditions continue to thrive. Read also: UBA offers N30m personal loan to customers for Dangote Refinery IPO According to Alawuba, the shared entrepreneurial spirit, cultural diversity, love of music and passion for football between Nigerians and Brazilians continues to provide a strong foundation for expanding commercial ties. The UBA boss, noted that bilateral trade in goods between Nigeria and Brazil was approximately $2.4 billion in 2025, stressing that there remained considerable room to deepen economic exchange and unlock new opportunities for businesses in both countries. He also pointed to the $1.1 billion Green Imperative Agricultural Mechanization Programme as an example of the opportunities that could emerge from combining Brazilian expertise and equipment with Nigerian enterprise to improve productivity, strengthen food security and create jobs. Read also: Alawuba: Improvement in economic indicators point to Nigeria’s stabilisation journey Speaking on UBA’s pan-African reach, he explained that UBA’s presence in 20 African countries as well as the United States, United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates and France, positions the bank to effectively support trade and investment between Africa and Brazil through its reach, local knowledge and financial capabilities. While appreciating the relationship between the bank and the Embassy of Brazil, which he said had been built on confidence, trust and mutual respect since 2019, he reaffirmed the bank’s commitment to strengthening the partnership through focused service and closer collaboration. Alawuba also used the opportunity to commend the warmth of the Brazilian people, the richness of its culture and the promise of its future, expressing optimism that the longstanding friendship between Nigeria and Brazil would translate into shared economic prosperity. Related News 81st UNGA: Global digital push moves from innovation to inclusion, action Nigeria’s aviation market now 4th largest in Africa with 18.8m passengers in 2025, FAAN MD Nigeria’s grid faces residential exit as solar costs keep falling Hope Moses-Ashike Hope Moses-Ashike is an Associate Editor, Banking and Finance, with more than a decade of experience reporting on Nigeria’s financial system and broader economy. She closely tracks market movements, monetary policy decisions, company disclosures, regulatory actions, economic indicators, and global developments, and interprets what they mean for businesses, investors, policymakers, and households. Her reporting helps readers understand complex issues such as inflation trends, foreign exchange market dynamics, interest rate decisions, bank performance, and investment risks. She also covers major international events and periodically travels to Washington, D.C., to report on the World Bank/IMF Spring and Annual Meetings. Her dedication to financial journalism has earned her multiple recognitions and invitations to high-level professional development programmes. She is an alumna of the International Visitors Leadership Programme (IVLP) in the United States and holds an Advanced Financial Journalism Certificate from the Press Association Training in London, UK. Her other notable achievements include completing the Lagos Business School CMC Programme, the Bloomberg Media Africa Initiative Programme, and a Master Class in Journalism at Rhodes University in South Africa. Share

While congratulating the Government and people of Brazil, the UBA boss noted that the longstanding relationship between both countries extends beyond diplomacy to shared history, cultural heritage and a strong connection between their people. He recalled Brazil’s representation at Nigeria’s independence celebrations in 1960, describing the gesture as a cherished foundation of the relationship between the two countries and also highlighted the enduring influence of Afro-Brazilian heritage in Nigeria, particularly in Lagos Aguda communities, where Brazilian architectural, culinary and cultural traditions continue to thrive. Read also: UBA offers N30m personal loan to customers for Dangote Refinery IPO According to Alawuba, the shared entrepreneurial spirit, cultural diversity, love of music and passion for football between Nigerians and Brazilians continues to provide a strong foundation for expanding commercial ties. The UBA boss, noted that bilateral trade in goods between Nigeria and Brazil was approximately $2.4 billion in 2025, stressing that there remained considerable room to deepen economic exchange and unlock new opportunities for businesses in both countries. He also pointed to the $1.1 billion Green Imperative Agricultural Mechanization Programme as an example of the opportunities that could emerge from combining Brazilian expertise and equipment with Nigerian enterprise to improve productivity, strengthen food security and create jobs. Read also: Alawuba: Improvement in economic indicators point to Nigeria’s stabilisation journey Speaking on UBA’s pan-African reach, he explained that UBA’s presence in 20 African countries as well as the United States, United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates and France, positions the bank to effectively support trade and investment between Africa and Brazil through its reach, local knowledge and financial capabilities. While appreciating the relationship between the bank and the Embassy of Brazil, which he said had been built on confidence, trust and mutual respect since 2019, he reaffirmed the bank’s commitment to strengthening the partnership through focused service and closer collaboration. Alawuba also used the opportunity to commend the warmth of the Brazilian people, the richness of its culture and the promise of its future, expressing optimism that the longstanding friendship between Nigeria and Brazil would translate into shared economic prosperity. Related News 81st UNGA: Global digital push moves from innovation to inclusion, action Nigeria’s aviation market now 4th largest in Africa with 18.8m passengers in 2025, FAAN MD Nigeria’s grid faces residential exit as solar costs keep falling Hope Moses-Ashike Hope Moses-Ashike is an Associate Editor, Banking and Finance, with more than a decade of experience reporting on Nigeria’s financial system and broader economy. She closely tracks market movements, monetary policy decisions, company disclosures, regulatory actions, economic indicators, and global developments, and interprets what they mean for businesses, investors, policymakers, and households. Her reporting helps readers understand complex issues such as inflation trends, foreign exchange market dynamics, interest rate decisions, bank performance, and investment risks. She also covers major international events and periodically travels to Washington, D.C., to report on the World Bank/IMF Spring and Annual Meetings. Her dedication to financial journalism has earned her multiple recognitions and invitations to high-level professional development programmes. She is an alumna of the International Visitors Leadership Programme (IVLP) in the United States and holds an Advanced Financial Journalism Certificate from the Press Association Training in London, UK. Her other notable achievements include completing the Lagos Business School CMC Programme, the Bloomberg Media Africa Initiative Programme, and a Master Class in Journalism at Rhodes University in South Africa. Share

He recalled Brazil’s representation at Nigeria’s independence celebrations in 1960, describing the gesture as a cherished foundation of the relationship between the two countries and also highlighted the enduring influence of Afro-Brazilian heritage in Nigeria, particularly in Lagos Aguda communities, where Brazilian architectural, culinary and cultural traditions continue to thrive. Read also: UBA offers N30m personal loan to customers for Dangote Refinery IPO According to Alawuba, the shared entrepreneurial spirit, cultural diversity, love of music and passion for football between Nigerians and Brazilians continues to provide a strong foundation for expanding commercial ties. The UBA boss, noted that bilateral trade in goods between Nigeria and Brazil was approximately $2.4 billion in 2025, stressing that there remained considerable room to deepen economic exchange and unlock new opportunities for businesses in both countries. He also pointed to the $1.1 billion Green Imperative Agricultural Mechanization Programme as an example of the opportunities that could emerge from combining Brazilian expertise and equipment with Nigerian enterprise to improve productivity, strengthen food security and create jobs. Read also: Alawuba: Improvement in economic indicators point to Nigeria’s stabilisation journey Speaking on UBA’s pan-African reach, he explained that UBA’s presence in 20 African countries as well as the United States, United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates and France, positions the bank to effectively support trade and investment between Africa and Brazil through its reach, local knowledge and financial capabilities. While appreciating the relationship between the bank and the Embassy of Brazil, which he said had been built on confidence, trust and mutual respect since 2019, he reaffirmed the bank’s commitment to strengthening the partnership through focused service and closer collaboration. Alawuba also used the opportunity to commend the warmth of the Brazilian people, the richness of its culture and the promise of its future, expressing optimism that the longstanding friendship between Nigeria and Brazil would translate into shared economic prosperity. Related News 81st UNGA: Global digital push moves from innovation to inclusion, action Nigeria’s aviation market now 4th largest in Africa with 18.8m passengers in 2025, FAAN MD Nigeria’s grid faces residential exit as solar costs keep falling Hope Moses-Ashike Hope Moses-Ashike is an Associate Editor, Banking and Finance, with more than a decade of experience reporting on Nigeria’s financial system and broader economy. She closely tracks market movements, monetary policy decisions, company disclosures, regulatory actions, economic indicators, and global developments, and interprets what they mean for businesses, investors, policymakers, and households. Her reporting helps readers understand complex issues such as inflation trends, foreign exchange market dynamics, interest rate decisions, bank performance, and investment risks. She also covers major international events and periodically travels to Washington, D.C., to report on the World Bank/IMF Spring and Annual Meetings. Her dedication to financial journalism has earned her multiple recognitions and invitations to high-level professional development programmes. She is an alumna of the International Visitors Leadership Programme (IVLP) in the United States and holds an Advanced Financial Journalism Certificate from the Press Association Training in London, UK. Her other notable achievements include completing the Lagos Business School CMC Programme, the Bloomberg Media Africa Initiative Programme, and a Master Class in Journalism at Rhodes University in South Africa. Share

Read also: UBA offers N30m personal loan to customers for Dangote Refinery IPO According to Alawuba, the shared entrepreneurial spirit, cultural diversity, love of music and passion for football between Nigerians and Brazilians continues to provide a strong foundation for expanding commercial ties. The UBA boss, noted that bilateral trade in goods between Nigeria and Brazil was approximately $2.4 billion in 2025, stressing that there remained considerable room to deepen economic exchange and unlock new opportunities for businesses in both countries. He also pointed to the $1.1 billion Green Imperative Agricultural Mechanization Programme as an example of the opportunities that could emerge from combining Brazilian expertise and equipment with Nigerian enterprise to improve productivity, strengthen food security and create jobs. Read also: Alawuba: Improvement in economic indicators point to Nigeria’s stabilisation journey Speaking on UBA’s pan-African reach, he explained that UBA’s presence in 20 African countries as well as the United States, United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates and France, positions the bank to effectively support trade and investment between Africa and Brazil through its reach, local knowledge and financial capabilities. While appreciating the relationship between the bank and the Embassy of Brazil, which he said had been built on confidence, trust and mutual respect since 2019, he reaffirmed the bank’s commitment to strengthening the partnership through focused service and closer collaboration. Alawuba also used the opportunity to commend the warmth of the Brazilian people, the richness of its culture and the promise of its future, expressing optimism that the longstanding friendship between Nigeria and Brazil would translate into shared economic prosperity. Related News 81st UNGA: Global digital push moves from innovation to inclusion, action Nigeria’s aviation market now 4th largest in Africa with 18.8m passengers in 2025, FAAN MD Nigeria’s grid faces residential exit as solar costs keep falling Hope Moses-Ashike Hope Moses-Ashike is an Associate Editor, Banking and Finance, with more than a decade of experience reporting on Nigeria’s financial system and broader economy. She closely tracks market movements, monetary policy decisions, company disclosures, regulatory actions, economic indicators, and global developments, and interprets what they mean for businesses, investors, policymakers, and households. Her reporting helps readers understand complex issues such as inflation trends, foreign exchange market dynamics, interest rate decisions, bank performance, and investment risks. She also covers major international events and periodically travels to Washington, D.C., to report on the World Bank/IMF Spring and Annual Meetings. Her dedication to financial journalism has earned her multiple recognitions and invitations to high-level professional development programmes. She is an alumna of the International Visitors Leadership Programme (IVLP) in the United States and holds an Advanced Financial Journalism Certificate from the Press Association Training in London, UK. Her other notable achievements include completing the Lagos Business School CMC Programme, the Bloomberg Media Africa Initiative Programme, and a Master Class in Journalism at Rhodes University in South Africa. Share

According to Alawuba, the shared entrepreneurial spirit, cultural diversity, love of music and passion for football between Nigerians and Brazilians continues to provide a strong foundation for expanding commercial ties. The UBA boss, noted that bilateral trade in goods between Nigeria and Brazil was approximately $2.4 billion in 2025, stressing that there remained considerable room to deepen economic exchange and unlock new opportunities for businesses in both countries. He also pointed to the $1.1 billion Green Imperative Agricultural Mechanization Programme as an example of the opportunities that could emerge from combining Brazilian expertise and equipment with Nigerian enterprise to improve productivity, strengthen food security and create jobs. Read also: Alawuba: Improvement in economic indicators point to Nigeria’s stabilisation journey Speaking on UBA’s pan-African reach, he explained that UBA’s presence in 20 African countries as well as the United States, United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates and France, positions the bank to effectively support trade and investment between Africa and Brazil through its reach, local knowledge and financial capabilities. While appreciating the relationship between the bank and the Embassy of Brazil, which he said had been built on confidence, trust and mutual respect since 2019, he reaffirmed the bank’s commitment to strengthening the partnership through focused service and closer collaboration. Alawuba also used the opportunity to commend the warmth of the Brazilian people, the richness of its culture and the promise of its future, expressing optimism that the longstanding friendship between Nigeria and Brazil would translate into shared economic prosperity. Related News 81st UNGA: Global digital push moves from innovation to inclusion, action Nigeria’s aviation market now 4th largest in Africa with 18.8m passengers in 2025, FAAN MD Nigeria’s grid faces residential exit as solar costs keep falling Hope Moses-Ashike Hope Moses-Ashike is an Associate Editor, Banking and Finance, with more than a decade of experience reporting on Nigeria’s financial system and broader economy. She closely tracks market movements, monetary policy decisions, company disclosures, regulatory actions, economic indicators, and global developments, and interprets what they mean for businesses, investors, policymakers, and households. Her reporting helps readers understand complex issues such as inflation trends, foreign exchange market dynamics, interest rate decisions, bank performance, and investment risks. She also covers major international events and periodically travels to Washington, D.C., to report on the World Bank/IMF Spring and Annual Meetings. Her dedication to financial journalism has earned her multiple recognitions and invitations to high-level professional development programmes. She is an alumna of the International Visitors Leadership Programme (IVLP) in the United States and holds an Advanced Financial Journalism Certificate from the Press Association Training in London, UK. Her other notable achievements include completing the Lagos Business School CMC Programme, the Bloomberg Media Africa Initiative Programme, and a Master Class in Journalism at Rhodes University in South Africa. Share

The UBA boss, noted that bilateral trade in goods between Nigeria and Brazil was approximately $2.4 billion in 2025, stressing that there remained considerable room to deepen economic exchange and unlock new opportunities for businesses in both countries. He also pointed to the $1.1 billion Green Imperative Agricultural Mechanization Programme as an example of the opportunities that could emerge from combining Brazilian expertise and equipment with Nigerian enterprise to improve productivity, strengthen food security and create jobs. Read also: Alawuba: Improvement in economic indicators point to Nigeria’s stabilisation journey Speaking on UBA’s pan-African reach, he explained that UBA’s presence in 20 African countries as well as the United States, United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates and France, positions the bank to effectively support trade and investment between Africa and Brazil through its reach, local knowledge and financial capabilities. While appreciating the relationship between the bank and the Embassy of Brazil, which he said had been built on confidence, trust and mutual respect since 2019, he reaffirmed the bank’s commitment to strengthening the partnership through focused service and closer collaboration. Alawuba also used the opportunity to commend the warmth of the Brazilian people, the richness of its culture and the promise of its future, expressing optimism that the longstanding friendship between Nigeria and Brazil would translate into shared economic prosperity. Related News 81st UNGA: Global digital push moves from innovation to inclusion, action Nigeria’s aviation market now 4th largest in Africa with 18.8m passengers in 2025, FAAN MD Nigeria’s grid faces residential exit as solar costs keep falling Hope Moses-Ashike Hope Moses-Ashike is an Associate Editor, Banking and Finance, with more than a decade of experience reporting on Nigeria’s financial system and broader economy. She closely tracks market movements, monetary policy decisions, company disclosures, regulatory actions, economic indicators, and global developments, and interprets what they mean for businesses, investors, policymakers, and households. Her reporting helps readers understand complex issues such as inflation trends, foreign exchange market dynamics, interest rate decisions, bank performance, and investment risks. She also covers major international events and periodically travels to Washington, D.C., to report on the World Bank/IMF Spring and Annual Meetings. Her dedication to financial journalism has earned her multiple recognitions and invitations to high-level professional development programmes. She is an alumna of the International Visitors Leadership Programme (IVLP) in the United States and holds an Advanced Financial Journalism Certificate from the Press Association Training in London, UK. Her other notable achievements include completing the Lagos Business School CMC Programme, the Bloomberg Media Africa Initiative Programme, and a Master Class in Journalism at Rhodes University in South Africa. Share

He also pointed to the $1.1 billion Green Imperative Agricultural Mechanization Programme as an example of the opportunities that could emerge from combining Brazilian expertise and equipment with Nigerian enterprise to improve productivity, strengthen food security and create jobs. Read also: Alawuba: Improvement in economic indicators point to Nigeria’s stabilisation journey Speaking on UBA’s pan-African reach, he explained that UBA’s presence in 20 African countries as well as the United States, United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates and France, positions the bank to effectively support trade and investment between Africa and Brazil through its reach, local knowledge and financial capabilities. While appreciating the relationship between the bank and the Embassy of Brazil, which he said had been built on confidence, trust and mutual respect since 2019, he reaffirmed the bank’s commitment to strengthening the partnership through focused service and closer collaboration. Alawuba also used the opportunity to commend the warmth of the Brazilian people, the richness of its culture and the promise of its future, expressing optimism that the longstanding friendship between Nigeria and Brazil would translate into shared economic prosperity. Related News 81st UNGA: Global digital push moves from innovation to inclusion, action Nigeria’s aviation market now 4th largest in Africa with 18.8m passengers in 2025, FAAN MD Nigeria’s grid faces residential exit as solar costs keep falling Hope Moses-Ashike Hope Moses-Ashike is an Associate Editor, Banking and Finance, with more than a decade of experience reporting on Nigeria’s financial system and broader economy. She closely tracks market movements, monetary policy decisions, company disclosures, regulatory actions, economic indicators, and global developments, and interprets what they mean for businesses, investors, policymakers, and households. Her reporting helps readers understand complex issues such as inflation trends, foreign exchange market dynamics, interest rate decisions, bank performance, and investment risks. She also covers major international events and periodically travels to Washington, D.C., to report on the World Bank/IMF Spring and Annual Meetings. Her dedication to financial journalism has earned her multiple recognitions and invitations to high-level professional development programmes. She is an alumna of the International Visitors Leadership Programme (IVLP) in the United States and holds an Advanced Financial Journalism Certificate from the Press Association Training in London, UK. Her other notable achievements include completing the Lagos Business School CMC Programme, the Bloomberg Media Africa Initiative Programme, and a Master Class in Journalism at Rhodes University in South Africa. Share

Read also: Alawuba: Improvement in economic indicators point to Nigeria’s stabilisation journey Speaking on UBA’s pan-African reach, he explained that UBA’s presence in 20 African countries as well as the United States, United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates and France, positions the bank to effectively support trade and investment between Africa and Brazil through its reach, local knowledge and financial capabilities. While appreciating the relationship between the bank and the Embassy of Brazil, which he said had been built on confidence, trust and mutual respect since 2019, he reaffirmed the bank’s commitment to strengthening the partnership through focused service and closer collaboration. Alawuba also used the opportunity to commend the warmth of the Brazilian people, the richness of its culture and the promise of its future, expressing optimism that the longstanding friendship between Nigeria and Brazil would translate into shared economic prosperity. Related News 81st UNGA: Global digital push moves from innovation to inclusion, action Nigeria’s aviation market now 4th largest in Africa with 18.8m passengers in 2025, FAAN MD Nigeria’s grid faces residential exit as solar costs keep falling Hope Moses-Ashike Hope Moses-Ashike is an Associate Editor, Banking and Finance, with more than a decade of experience reporting on Nigeria’s financial system and broader economy. She closely tracks market movements, monetary policy decisions, company disclosures, regulatory actions, economic indicators, and global developments, and interprets what they mean for businesses, investors, policymakers, and households. Her reporting helps readers understand complex issues such as inflation trends, foreign exchange market dynamics, interest rate decisions, bank performance, and investment risks. She also covers major international events and periodically travels to Washington, D.C., to report on the World Bank/IMF Spring and Annual Meetings. Her dedication to financial journalism has earned her multiple recognitions and invitations to high-level professional development programmes. She is an alumna of the International Visitors Leadership Programme (IVLP) in the United States and holds an Advanced Financial Journalism Certificate from the Press Association Training in London, UK. Her other notable achievements include completing the Lagos Business School CMC Programme, the Bloomberg Media Africa Initiative Programme, and a Master Class in Journalism at Rhodes University in South Africa. Share

Speaking on UBA’s pan-African reach, he explained that UBA’s presence in 20 African countries as well as the United States, United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates and France, positions the bank to effectively support trade and investment between Africa and Brazil through its reach, local knowledge and financial capabilities. While appreciating the relationship between the bank and the Embassy of Brazil, which he said had been built on confidence, trust and mutual respect since 2019, he reaffirmed the bank’s commitment to strengthening the partnership through focused service and closer collaboration. Alawuba also used the opportunity to commend the warmth of the Brazilian people, the richness of its culture and the promise of its future, expressing optimism that the longstanding friendship between Nigeria and Brazil would translate into shared economic prosperity. Related News 81st UNGA: Global digital push moves from innovation to inclusion, action Nigeria’s aviation market now 4th largest in Africa with 18.8m passengers in 2025, FAAN MD Nigeria’s grid faces residential exit as solar costs keep falling Hope Moses-Ashike Hope Moses-Ashike is an Associate Editor, Banking and Finance, with more than a decade of experience reporting on Nigeria’s financial system and broader economy. She closely tracks market movements, monetary policy decisions, company disclosures, regulatory actions, economic indicators, and global developments, and interprets what they mean for businesses, investors, policymakers, and households. Her reporting helps readers understand complex issues such as inflation trends, foreign exchange market dynamics, interest rate decisions, bank performance, and investment risks. She also covers major international events and periodically travels to Washington, D.C., to report on the World Bank/IMF Spring and Annual Meetings. Her dedication to financial journalism has earned her multiple recognitions and invitations to high-level professional development programmes. She is an alumna of the International Visitors Leadership Programme (IVLP) in the United States and holds an Advanced Financial Journalism Certificate from the Press Association Training in London, UK. Her other notable achievements include completing the Lagos Business School CMC Programme, the Bloomberg Media Africa Initiative Programme, and a Master Class in Journalism at Rhodes University in South Africa. Share

While appreciating the relationship between the bank and the Embassy of Brazil, which he said had been built on confidence, trust and mutual respect since 2019, he reaffirmed the bank’s commitment to strengthening the partnership through focused service and closer collaboration. Alawuba also used the opportunity to commend the warmth of the Brazilian people, the richness of its culture and the promise of its future, expressing optimism that the longstanding friendship between Nigeria and Brazil would translate into shared economic prosperity. Related News 81st UNGA: Global digital push moves from innovation to inclusion, action Nigeria’s aviation market now 4th largest in Africa with 18.8m passengers in 2025, FAAN MD Nigeria’s grid faces residential exit as solar costs keep falling Hope Moses-Ashike Hope Moses-Ashike is an Associate Editor, Banking and Finance, with more than a decade of experience reporting on Nigeria’s financial system and broader economy. She closely tracks market movements, monetary policy decisions, company disclosures, regulatory actions, economic indicators, and global developments, and interprets what they mean for businesses, investors, policymakers, and households. Her reporting helps readers understand complex issues such as inflation trends, foreign exchange market dynamics, interest rate decisions, bank performance, and investment risks. She also covers major international events and periodically travels to Washington, D.C., to report on the World Bank/IMF Spring and Annual Meetings. Her dedication to financial journalism has earned her multiple recognitions and invitations to high-level professional development programmes. She is an alumna of the International Visitors Leadership Programme (IVLP) in the United States and holds an Advanced Financial Journalism Certificate from the Press Association Training in London, UK. Her other notable achievements include completing the Lagos Business School CMC Programme, the Bloomberg Media Africa Initiative Programme, and a Master Class in Journalism at Rhodes University in South Africa. Share

Alawuba also used the opportunity to commend the warmth of the Brazilian people, the richness of its culture and the promise of its future, expressing optimism that the longstanding friendship between Nigeria and Brazil would translate into shared economic prosperity. Related News 81st UNGA: Global digital push moves from innovation to inclusion, action Nigeria’s aviation market now 4th largest in Africa with 18.8m passengers in 2025, FAAN MD Nigeria’s grid faces residential exit as solar costs keep falling Hope Moses-Ashike Hope Moses-Ashike is an Associate Editor, Banking and Finance, with more than a decade of experience reporting on Nigeria’s financial system and broader economy. She closely tracks market movements, monetary policy decisions, company disclosures, regulatory actions, economic indicators, and global developments, and interprets what they mean for businesses, investors, policymakers, and households. Her reporting helps readers understand complex issues such as inflation trends, foreign exchange market dynamics, interest rate decisions, bank performance, and investment risks. She also covers major international events and periodically travels to Washington, D.C., to report on the World Bank/IMF Spring and Annual Meetings. Her dedication to financial journalism has earned her multiple recognitions and invitations to high-level professional development programmes. She is an alumna of the International Visitors Leadership Programme (IVLP) in the United States and holds an Advanced Financial Journalism Certificate from the Press Association Training in London, UK. Her other notable achievements include completing the Lagos Business School CMC Programme, the Bloomberg Media Africa Initiative Programme, and a Master Class in Journalism at Rhodes University in South Africa. Share

Hope Moses-Ashike is an Associate Editor, Banking and Finance, with more than a decade of experience reporting on Nigeria’s financial system and broader economy. She closely tracks market movements, monetary policy decisions, company disclosures, regulatory actions, economic indicators, and global developments, and interprets what they mean for businesses, investors, policymakers, and households. Her reporting helps readers understand complex issues such as inflation trends, foreign exchange market dynamics, interest rate decisions, bank performance, and investment risks. She also covers major international events and periodically travels to Washington, D.C., to report on the World Bank/IMF Spring and Annual Meetings. Her dedication to financial journalism has earned her multiple recognitions and invitations to high-level professional development programmes. She is an alumna of the International Visitors Leadership Programme (IVLP) in the United States and holds an Advanced Financial Journalism Certificate from the Press Association Training in London, UK. Her other notable achievements include completing the Lagos Business School CMC Programme, the Bloomberg Media Africa Initiative Programme, and a Master Class in Journalism at Rhodes University in South Africa.