The Federal Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Abuja, hosted a delegation from the National Defence College of the Ugandan Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) as part of the institution’s study tour to Nigeria.
The visit highlights the growing bilateral cooperation between the Federal Republic of Nigeria and the Republic of Uganda, particularly in the areas of defence collaboration, regional peace and security, and institutional capacity development.
The Ugandan delegation was received by senior officials of the Ministry led by Ambassador Musa Sani Nuhu, Director of the Policy Research and Statistics Department; Ambassador Ali Gombe, Director of the African Affairs Department; and Brigadier General Lawal Idris, Defence Liaison Officer at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, alongside other officials.
Speaking on behalf of the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, Ambassador Musa Sani Nuhu welcomed the delegation and described the visit as a reflection of the enduring friendship and strategic partnership between Nigeria and Uganda.
He also conveyed the Federal Government’s condolences and solidarity to the governments and peoples of Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo over the recent Ebola outbreak, which reportedly claimed more than 130 lives.
Ambassador Nuhu prayed for the repose of the souls of those who died, speedy recovery for infected persons, and comfort for bereaved families.
In his remarks, Ambassador Ali Gombe reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to strengthening diplomatic and bilateral relations with Uganda.
He also congratulated Uganda on its peaceful political transition and wished members of the delegation a productive and rewarding study tour in Nigeria.
The interactive session featured extensive discussions on diplomacy, regional peace and security, global power transition, terrorism, climate change, regional cooperation, and Africa’s role in the evolving international order.
The engagement further underscored the commitment of both countries to deeper collaboration in addressing emerging regional and global challenges through dialogue, strategic partnerships, and institutional cooperation.