Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has extended an official invitation to Nigerian President Bola Tinubu, aiming to deepen ties between both nations.
Brazil’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mauro Viera, announced this during a high-level meeting with Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, in Abuja.
Viera, who led a delegation from Brazil, emphasized the importance of expanding cooperation between the two countries across key sectors such as culture, economy, and education.
Strengthening Strategic Dialogue
Speaking on the collaboration, Viera acknowledged President Tinubu’s participation in the G-20 Summit in Brazil last November, noting Nigeria’s valuable contributions.
“It’s a pleasure to visit Nigeria. We are pleased that President Tinubu attended the G-20 Summit in November. We value Nigeria’s role in global affairs and hope he will visit Brazil again soon,” Viera stated.
He further reaffirmed President Lula’s commitment to enhancing diplomatic relations, saying, “President Lula is eager to host President Tinubu in Brazil in the near future.
These consultations between our ministries are crucial to strengthening our strategic dialogue.”
Historic Ties Between Nigeria and Brazil
Ambassador Tuggar highlighted the long-standing relationship between Nigeria and Brazil, noting that Brazil was the only Latin American country present at Nigeria’s independence celebration.
“We share deep historical and cultural ties, as well as similarities in population size and economic potential. This visit is a natural step in advancing our partnership,” Tuggar remarked.
Bilateral Agreements in the Pipeline
The meeting is expected to lead to new agreements that will bolster cooperation between the two nations. Key areas of focus include trade, investment, and cultural exchanges.
With both countries committed to strengthening diplomatic engagement, President Tinubu’s potential visit to Brazil could mark a significant step in reinforcing Nigeria-Brazil relations.
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