President BOLA TINUBU reaffirmed Nigeria’s strategic position in Africa as a bastion of peace, saying the nation will continue to play its role as a stabilizer on the continent.

 

Receiving a letter of credence from the Egyptian Ambassador to Nigeria, MOHAMED AHMED, President TINUBU emphasized the shared commitment of both countries to promoting global peace and stability through collaboration within international organizations, such as the United Nations.

 

He noted that since establishing diplomatic relations in 1961, Nigeria and Egypt have collaborated on key international priorities, including promoting regional peace, security, and stability.

 

Meanwhile, Ambassador AHMED conveyed President ABDEL FATTAH EL-SISI’s willingness to bolster economic partnership with Nigeria, emphasizing Egypt’s interest in increasing trade and investments between the two countries.

 

Also speaking, the High Commissioner of Pakistan, Major-General SOHAIL AHMED KHAN (retired) noted the demographic similarities between the two countries and expressed a desire to elevate the relationship to new heights.

 

In a separate meeting with Ambassador ATHANASIOS KOTSIONIS of Greece, President TINUBU reiterated his administration’s commitment to an open-door policy that encourages collaboration and progress for the benefit of all.