NIGERIA PRESIDENT AND INDIA P.M IDENTIFY AREAS FOR COLLABORATION BETWEEN THE TWO NATIONS.

The president of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu had confirmed the productivity of the bilateral meeting he had with the Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi which seek to expand the strategic partnership between both countries and enhance cooperation in critical sectors.
Modi had arrived Abuja Nigeria on Sunday for his two-day-visit which will be followed by G20 summit in Brazil later this month.
“I had a productive bilateral session with Prime Minister Modi. We identified several promising areas for enhanced collaboration and cooperation, including culture, defense, mining, customs, and education, among others. As the two largest democracies in the world and in Africa, the strategic partnership between Nigeria and India has stood the test of time.” Tinubu disclosed.
In 2023, during the G20 Summit, there were discussions about further economic cooperation, with Indian firms pledging nearly $14 billion in investments to Nigeria.
India has become one of Nigeria’s largest trading partners. The trade between the two countries includes significant Nigerian exports of crude oil to India, alongside a variety of Indian exports to Nigeria ranging from pharmaceuticals to machinery.
The president continued: “During our discussions, we envisioned and committed to a strengthened relationship rooted in our collective desire for the development and prosperity of our people. This is a moment that deepens our resolve and opens new pathways for collaboration, trust, and growth.
“For decades, India has stood with Nigeria across various fronts. Our collaboration, enriched by shared history and diversity, signifies more than just diplomatic ties—it represents a powerful union of mutual respect and shared commitment to progress.” He added.
Acknowledging P.M. Modi’s visit, Tinubu remarked: “Your visit marks a continuation of the shared history, democratic values and common aspirations that unite Nigeria and India. The respect we hold for your transformative leadership, your economic reforms, and your success in steering a complex democracy to new heights is immense and deeply mutual.”