Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, is set to embark on a high-level working visit to the United Kingdom.
The visit, aimed at strengthening diplomatic ties and enhancing strategic cooperation, will focus on key sectors such as trade, investment, technology, media, and academia.
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During the visit, Ambassador Tuggar will deliver a speech at Chatham House, highlighting Nigeria’s evolving foreign policy and global aspirations.
He will also attend a high-level roundtable on technology and trade at the House of Commons, where discussions will center on Nigeria’s economic diversification, investment climate, and digital transformation.
Furthermore, the Minister will engage with key media stakeholders at BBC House in London, sharing Nigeria’s foreign policy priorities and global positioning.
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He will also hold meetings with JP Morgan and British International Investment (BII) to explore financial and economic cooperation, including attracting capital flows, promoting investment opportunities, and strengthening Nigeria’s financial sector.
In addition to these engagements, Ambassador Tuggar will hold bilateral discussions with senior UK government officials, focusing on enhancing cooperation on security and intelligence-sharing, expanding business and investment opportunities, and strengthening collaboration in education, research, and technology.
The visit underscores Nigeria’s commitment to economic diplomacy, strategic partnerships, and regional security cooperation under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s leadership.
By consolidating its longstanding relationship with the UK, Nigeria aims to explore new frontiers for economic growth and reaffirm its commitment to regional peace and stability.