By Cross Udo, Abuja
The Federal Government will on Monday convene the National Economic Council, NEC, Conference to strengthen Nigeria’s economic coordination and accelerate inclusive growth across all states of the federation.
Governors of the 36 states and key national stakeholders will attend the conference.
Scheduled for February 9 and 10, 2026, and to be held at the Banquet Hall of the Presidential Villa, Abuja, the conference is being convened by the Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Sen. Abubakar Atiku Bagudu.
The theme of the conference is “Delivering Inclusive Growth and Sustainable Development: The Renewed Hope National Development Plan.” It is expected to produce far-reaching policy direction for the states as they align with the Federal Government’s long-term economic agenda.
According to the Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning and Secretary of the NEC, Dr Deborah O. N. Odoh, the conference will address pressing macroeconomic priorities.
A statement issued by the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Communications, Office of the Vice President, Stanley Nkwocha, said: “The conference will focus on national economic issues aimed at encouraging economic growth and development across the country.”
Vice President Kashim Shettima, who chairs the National Economic Council, will preside over the two-day summit, which will feature deliberations on fiscal coordination, investment mobilisation, and shared development strategies between the federal and state governments.
President Bola Tinubu will serve as the Special Guest of Honour, while other top government officials, development partners, and private-sector leaders are expected to participate in the conference as the federal government deepens its reforms under the Renewed Hope Agenda.
