The Nigerian government has congratulated the government and people of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan on the celebration of its Independence Anniversary.
Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, conveyed the country’s best wishes to Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs, Mohammad Ishaq Dar. The message prayed for “continued progress, unity, and prosperity” for Pakistan.
In a statement released by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, Ambassador Tuggar lauded the Pakistani people for their “enduring resilience, determination, and unity” in their pursuit of self-determination.
He also praised their commitment to freedom, dignity, and mutual respect, which are key values underpinning the relationship between Nigeria and Pakistan.
The Minister acknowledged the long history of cordial relations and fruitful cooperation between the two nations, which includes collaboration in education, trade, defense, and cultural exchange. This partnership extends to both bilateral engagements and multilateral forums such as the Commonwealth of Nations, the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), and the United Nations.
Ambassador Tuggar reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to strengthening these bonds and exploring new areas of mutual benefit. He expressed appreciation for the friendship between the two countries and stated that Nigeria looks forward to working closely with Pakistan to address shared global challenges.