Jack-Rich urges stronger Nigeria–U.S. trade ties

The meeting took place in Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate in Palm Beach, Florida.

During the meeting, both parties emphasised the need to deepen trade relations between the two countries.

Jack-Rich described the meeting as part of his continued engagement with key figures in the U.S., adding that the visit underscored the importance of strengthening bilateral economic cooperation between the two countries.

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He said, “an absolutely wonderful flight from D.C. to Mar-a-Lago with a visionary strategist, master bridge-builder, and one of President Trump’s closest allies,” noting that the trip marked his third visit to the estate since 2024, with “each experience… even more memorable than the last.”

According to the Belemaoil boss, discussions centered on expanding commercial ties and unlocking new investment opportunities benefiting both nations.

“Speaking positively about Nigeria and advancing trade opportunities between the United States and Nigeria remains a vital call to action for the benefit of both our peoples,” he said.

Jack-Rich also described the reception at Mar-a-Lago as one marked by “warmth, hospitality, and love truly beyond measure,” adding that the engagement featured “graciousness, meaningful conversations, and an atmosphere of genuine friendship and respect.”

Stone, widely regarded as a central figure in Trump’s political circle, was said to have aligned with Jack-Rich on what the Nigerian businessman termed a shared objective of “love of country and push for real, big opportunity for national good.”

Jack-Rich leads Belemaoil Producing Limited and has consistently advocated stronger U.S.–Africa economic partnerships, particularly across energy, agriculture, and infrastructure.

The visit comes amid renewed signals from both Washington and Abuja on the need to strengthen bilateral trade frameworks ahead of 2027.