The delegation included Minister of State for Industry David Bahati and Uganda’s Acting High Commissioner to Nigeria, Ambassador Philip Odida.
Other members were Dr Sam Omara, Minister-Counsellor for Economic and Commercial Diplomacy; Matthew Bagonza, Head of the PACEID Secretariat; Brenda Katarikawe Opus, PACEID Director of Markets; and technical team members.
The Ugandan team was received by Nigeria’s Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, alongside other senior government officials.
The meeting builds on earlier discussions between President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni and Senator Akume, who represented Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at Uganda’s presidential inauguration in May 2026.
The engagements focused on translating the strong political ties between the two countries into practical trade, investment and economic partnerships.
Key issues discussed included preparations for the proposed Joint Permanent Commission, visa reciprocity, investment protection, avoidance of double taxation, improved air connectivity and the establishment of a Uganda–Nigeria trade corridor under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).
The delegation also raised concerns over regulatory and non-tariff barriers affecting Ugandan exports to the Nigerian market.
Specific challenges affecting exports such as coffee, tea, powdered milk, beans and pharmaceuticals were highlighted, including product registration requirements, rules of origin, import permits, customs procedures and difficulties accessing reliable buyers.
The delegation said Uganda remains committed to working with the governments and private sector players in both countries to turn the discussions into increased trade, investment, job creation and business opportunities.
The visit is part of Uganda’s broader strategy to expand markets for its products and strengthen economic ties with Nigeria, Africa’s largest economy.