The Group Chairman of Nigerian Exchange Group Plc, Umaru Kwairanga, has underscored the importance of sustained dialogue, trust and collaboration in strengthening economic ties between Nigeria and the United States.

Speaking at the US–Nigeria Council Dinner held in Lagos, Kwairanga described the relationship between the two countries as one of “strategic importance and immense potential,” noting that both nations possess complementary strengths that can drive mutual growth.

According to him, the United States remains a global leader in innovation, capital and enterprise, while Nigeria stands as Africa’s largest economy with a youthful and entrepreneurial population.

He said these attributes create multiple points of intersection across trade, investment and long-term development that must be carefully managed to deliver shared benefits.

Kwairanga commended the US–Nigeria Council for its role in fostering stronger ties between Nigerian and American business communities.

He noted that by convening policymakers and private sector leaders, the Council helps translate goodwill into concrete outcomes in areas such as trade, agriculture and investment.

From a capital market perspective, the NGX Group chairman said partnerships with strong organizations and leading economies are essential for the growth of listed companies and the broader Nigerian economy.

He explained that such collaborations provide access to capital, technology, expertise and markets critical ingredients for sustainable development.

“Capital markets serve as vital bridges in international economic partnerships,” Kwairanga said, adding that transparent, efficient and well-regulated markets enable businesses to scale, infrastructure to be financed and innovation to thrive.