President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has restated Nigeria’s dedication to global peace, stability, and economic cooperation as he received Letters of Credence from 17 ambassadors and four high commissioners at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.
The President, represented in a statement by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, welcomed the diplomats and emphasized Nigeria’s readiness to work closely with nations across the world to address shared challenges such as insecurity, climate change, and global economic pressures.
He highlighted Nigeria’s longstanding relationships with various countries and reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to deepening cooperation in areas including trade, energy, agriculture, education, technology, defence, and cultural exchange.
Tinubu said:
“On behalf of the government and people of Nigeria, I warmly welcome you to the State House. Your presence reaffirms the strength of our bilateral ties and our shared mission to expand cooperation in areas of mutual interest. My doors remain open for constructive engagements.”
The President also assured the envoys of Nigeria’s continued efforts to strengthen democratic institutions, drive economic reforms, and create a conducive environment for investment and sustainable development.
Speaking on behalf of the newly accredited diplomats, Japan’s Ambassador, Suzuki Hideo, described the moment as significant and praised Nigeria’s leadership role in ECOWAS and Africa at large. He commended Tinubu’s economic and security reforms, noting that they have boosted global confidence in Nigeria’s future.
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“Nigeria today stands as a beacon of resilience and promise,” Hideo said, expressing the envoys' collective commitment to deepening relations with Nigeria.
The ambassadors and high commissioners who presented their credentials include representatives from Japan, Chad, Gabon, Türkiye, Palestine, Spain, Indonesia, Mauritania, Austria, Thailand, Bangladesh, Sweden, Czech Republic, Liberia, Ghana, India, Poland, Italy, Slovakia, Iran, and Barbados.
Their accreditation marks a renewed chapter in Nigeria’s diplomatic engagements and global partnerships.
