The Arab Republic of Egypt has celebrated its National Day, marking the 23 July 1952 Revolution, a landmark event that reshaped the country’s political history and laid the foundation for its sovereignty, independence and national development.
Speaking at the celebration in Abuja, Egypt’s Ambassador to Nigeria, Mohamed Fouad, said the occasion not only honours the country’s past but also reflects its commitment to a future anchored on sustainable development and national progress.
The Ambassador said “the celebration highlights Egypt’s New Republic Vision under President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, which he described as a transformative agenda focused on resilience, inclusive growth and modernisation.”
Fouad noted that the vision continues to drive investments in infrastructure, economic reforms, education, healthcare and digital transformation, while strengthening Egypt’s role as a strategic partner in Africa and the Middle East.
He reaffirmed Egypt’s commitment to ‘deepening bilateral relations with Nigeria and advancing cooperation in areas of mutual interest, including trade, investment, security and human capital development.’
Ambassador Fouad said large‑scale development projects have created hundreds of thousands of jobs, reduced unemployment, and modernized our infrastructure.
He said that from the “New Capital to 17 industrial cities and thousands of new factories, these initiatives diversify Egypt’s economy, strengthen industrial capacity, and deepen our integration into global trade networks”.
According to him, about half a trillion US dollars invested in infrastructure, Egypt has laid a firm foundation for sustainable growth and improved living standards.
“This vision is a pledge to equal opportunity, decent work, and capacity‑building across all sectors, setting Egypt firmly on the path to shared prosperity,” he said.
Ambassador Fouad said President Abdel Fattah El Sisi has opened “the new Strategic Command Headquarters in the New Capital, a 90‑square‑kilometre complex, the largest in the Middle East, serving as an integrated administrative and defence hub for crisis management and smart command.”
Earlier, in November 2025, the Nation inaugurated the Grand Egyptian Museum beside the Pyramids of Giza, bringing millennia of Egyptian history under one roof giving the world unparalleled access to ancient treasures, reaffirming Egypt’s role as guardian of our shared cultural heritage.
Nigeria And Egypt
Ambassador Fouad said that this year marks a special milestone in relations between Egypt and Nigeria: 65 years of formal diplomatic ties, established shortly after Nigeria’s independence in 1960.
“Our connection runs deeper than official relations. Centuries of cultural and commercial exchange across the Sahara have created enduring people‑to‑people bonds that continue to flourish,” he stated
The Egyptian Diplomat said that “about 10,000 Nigerian students’ study in Egyptian universities, forming a new generation of leaders who will strengthen both societies. Tourism, business, and academic exchanges have intensified, laying a solid foundation for deeper cooperation”.
“At a time of global uncertainty, Egypt and Nigeria recognise the importance of redefining and deepening our partnership to address shared challenges,”he restated.
Ambassador Fouad said last year, Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr. Badr Abdelatty, led a high‑level delegation of 30 Egyptian business leaders to Abuja to explore cooperation opportunities in infrastructure, energy, agriculture, and healthcare. That visit transformed diplomatic goodwill into practical cooperation, catalysing joint ventures, trade expansion, and private‑sector partnerships, and setting the stage for future initiatives in trade, investment, security, education, and cultural exchange.
“Egypt and Nigeria are pillars of African diplomacy. Together we champion African unity, sovereignty, and multilateralism. We advocate African solutions to African problems and a fairer global order that reflects our continent’s aspirations. By coordinating our positions in regional organisations, we amplify Africa’s voice on development finance, peacekeeping, and climate justice, shaping policies that deliver tangible benefits to our citizens.”
The outgoing Egyptian Ambassador to Nigeria expressed his deep gratitude to the Government and people of Nigeria for their warmth, generosity, and steadfast partnership.
“Together we have strengthened the bridge of friendship between our nations, built on shared values, mutual respect, and a vision for a brighter future. I depart with treasured memories, inspired by Nigeria’s vibrant spirit and resilience, and confident that our bonds will continue to grow stronger,” Ambassador Fouad shared his experience.
He equally commended the Staffs at the Embassy of Egypt in Abuja saying ‘Your dedication, professionalism, and steadfast support made the Embassy successes possible.”
