By Chibuike Nwabuko
ABUJA (PRECISE POST) : The Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit (NFIU), Hafsat Abubakar Bakari, has reaffirmed the critical role of financial intelligence in strengthening Africa’s economic resilience, safeguarding financial systems and combating illicit financial flows.
Bakari made the assertion on Friday after attending the 7th African Emerging Market Forum (AEMF 2026) as a Special Guest at the headquarters of the Central Bank of Nigeria in Abuja.
The forum, themed “Building Resilience Amidst Geoeconomic Uncertainties,” brought together policymakers, economists, development experts and private sector leaders to deliberate on practical strategies for enhancing Africa’s economic resilience and promoting sustainable growth across the continent.
According to the NFIU, the agency’s participation at the high-level gathering underscores the indispensable role of financial intelligence in fostering economic stability and protecting the integrity of financial systems.
The Unit noted that robust financial intelligence mechanisms are essential for combating illicit financial flows, improving transparency and accountability, and creating an enabling environment that attracts investment and drives sustainable development in Nigeria and across Africa.
The NFIU further stressed that effective collaboration among governments, financial institutions and development partners remains crucial to addressing emerging geoeconomic challenges while ensuring that Africa’s economies remain resilient, competitive and well-positioned for inclusive growth.
The African Emerging Market Forum is regarded as a key platform for dialogue on economic policy, bringing together stakeholders to explore innovative solutions for sustainable development amid evolving global economic realities.
