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President Bola Tinubu congratulates Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on his reported fourth-term victory.
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Nigeria seeks to expand cooperation with Brazil in trade, investment, agriculture, energy, manufacturing and technology.
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Tinubu identifies economic integration and shared interests among the priorities of both countries.
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Nigeria reaffirms its commitment to multilateral cooperation across Africa, South America and the wider Global South.
October 26, (THEWILL) – President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Brazilian President, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, on his victory in securing a fourth term in office, reaffirming Nigeria’s commitment to strengthening bilateral relations with Brazil.
In a statement issued on Monday, Tinubu described Lula as his friend and said the Brazilian leader’s renewed mandate provided an opportunity to build on the longstanding relationship between the two countries.
Tinubu said Nigeria and Brazil, as leading nations of the Global South, could work together to promote economic integration and advance their shared interests in a rapidly changing global order.
He identified trade and investment, agriculture and food security, energy, oil and gas, manufacturing, science and technology, education, aviation and cultural exchange as key areas for expanded cooperation.
The President also reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to working with Brazil to strengthen multilateral cooperation and advance common priorities across Africa, South America and the wider Global South.
“On behalf of the people of Nigeria, I wish you a successful new term in office”, Tinubu said.
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Nigeria and Brazil established diplomatic relations in 1961, shortly after Nigeria gained independence. Both countries have since maintained diplomatic ties and pursued cooperation in trade, agriculture, energy, education and cultural exchange.
Nigeria is a major economic and political power in West Africa, while Brazil is one of the leading economies in South America. Both countries have continued to engage on issues relating to economic development and international cooperation.
Tinubu’s proposed areas of collaboration include agriculture and food security, with both countries seeking opportunities to strengthen agricultural production and improve food availability.
Cooperation in energy, oil and gas could also provide opportunities for bilateral engagement, alongside manufacturing, science and technology.
The President further identified education, aviation and cultural exchange as sectors in which Nigeria and Brazil could expand their relationship.
Tinubu reiterated Nigeria’s readiness to work with Brazil on shared priorities and strengthen cooperation through multilateral platforms.
He expressed confidence in the continued relationship between the two countries and wished Lula success in his new term.
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