President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commended the robust bilateral relations between Nigeria and India.
He highlighted the significance of high-level engagements, mutual support within multilateral forums, and collaborative partnerships across various sectors.
President Tinubu gave the commendation at the opening of the bilateral and political talks between the two leaders, stating that Nigeria intends to spur renewed cooperation with India in all sectors.
The Nigerian Leader said this is to facilitate collaboration between the two countries to maintain and strengthen relations.
”Nigeria values its excellent relationship with India and we hope to broaden and deepen the mutual benefit of our two friendly countries.
”You represent a very strong commitment to democratic values and norms. You have been doing a good job in three consecutive elections in a complex society. It is a feat that we respect so much.
”Your transformative leadership, working hard to transform the economy and place India on the top ladder of transformative form of governance is a good example of democratic values that we should continue to share, cherish and promote for the economic development of our people.
”Although your current visit is very short, I am sure you will notice that like India, Nigeria is unique in many ways but shares similarities with your great country in terms of diversity and development experience.”
Signed MOUs
During the visit, both leaders witnessed the exchange of signed Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) on cultural exchange programmes, cooperation in customs matters and collaboration between Surveyor-Generals of India and Nigeria.
President Tinubu commended Prime Minister Modi for his favourable disposition towards a renewed vision of mutually beneficial bilateral relations.
Responding, Prime Minister Modi announced the dispatch of 20 tonnes of humanitarian aid to Nigeria to support flood relief efforts.
He commended President Tinubu’s leadership, which he said has elevated Nigeria’s role on the global stage.
”I am very pleased that during India’s Presidency last year, Nigeria participated in the G20 Summit for the first time as a guest country,” he said.
He welcomed Nigeria’s recent recognition as a partner country in BRICS, and the African Union’s induction into the G20.
He described the feat as an achievement jointly celebrated by both nations.
Prime Minister Modi reaffirmed India’s commitment to its strategic partnership with Nigeria, emphasizing areas of collaboration such as defence, counter-terrorism, maritime security, technology and economic development.
”We accord a high priority to our strategic partnership with Nigeria. We have strong cooperation in several sectors.
”Our cooperation is very strong, and there are many new possibilities as well for us to take this cooperation forward,” he said.
The two leaders expressed optimism that the outcomes of the visit would herald a new era in Nigeria-India relations.
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