The U.S.-Africa Trade Commission has appointed Dr. Fakunle John Aremu as its Country Director for Nigeria, effective as of an appointment letter dated July 10, 2026. With over 15 years of experience in international trade, investment, and economic development across Africa, Aremu will represent the commission in Nigeria, engaging with government agencies, diplomatic missions, investors, businesses, and development partners. His duties will include promoting bilateral trade, investment, tourism, innovation, and economic cooperation between Nigeria and the United States.
Aremu's appointment also includes membership on the Executive Committee, where he will help drive the organisation's trade, investment, and economic cooperation agenda between the United States and Africa. As Country Director, he will identify and facilitate investment opportunities, business transactions, joint ventures, and public-private partnerships. Other responsibilities include building relationships with key institutions, leading membership recruitment, mobilising sponsorships and donor funding, and submitting periodic reports on partnerships, investment pipelines, and fundraising activities.
With his experience engaging governments, international development institutions, and private-sector stakeholders, Aremu combines global perspective, local market intelligence, and transaction-oriented leadership to connect investors and businesses with credible opportunities. As a result, he is expected to deliver measurable economic outcomes, strengthening U.S.-Nigeria trade, investment, and strategic partnerships. The appointment of Aremu as Nigeria Country Director is a significant development in the U.S.-Africa Trade Commission's efforts to promote economic cooperation between the United States and Africa.
The U.S.-Africa Trade Commission's decision to appoint Aremu as Country Director for Nigeria reflects the organisation's commitment to expanding trade and investment opportunities between the United States and Africa. As the commission continues to promote economic cooperation, Aremu's leadership and expertise will play a crucial role in driving this agenda forward. With his appointment, the U.S.-Africa Trade Commission is well-positioned to strengthen its presence in Nigeria and promote bilateral trade and investment between the two countries.
