Buhari, Ministers Embark On Trip To Russia Ahead Of Bi-Lateral Summit

President Muhammadu Buhari on Monday afternoon left Abuja for Sochi, Russia ahead of the upcoming Russia-Africa summit.
“ In Russia, he will meet with President Putin, and also attend an African Business Forum, which will bring together African and Russian business leaders ,” Nigeria Presidency said in a tweet.
The event will be held from October 23 to 25 with a focus on exploring and expanding opportunities in security, trade and investment , science and technology , and gas production .
During the summit , President Buhari will meet with President Putin to further strengthen relations in security, trade and investment , and building partnerships that will enhance Nigeria ’s huge gas potential, following Russia’ s success in gas exportation.
The summit will bring fresh perspectives on global issues and challenges like nuclear technology, energy development, digital transformation , environment, technical security, mining and steel , education , agriculture , infrastructure and development strategies.
An African Business Forum, which will bring together African and Russian business leaders , will be held during the event to enhance Russian investments in Africa , and promote African business interest in the host country.
President Buhari will be accompanied by Governor Muhammad Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State , Governor Bello Matawalle of Zamfara State and Governor Kayode Fayemi of Ekiti State.
Others on the trip are Minister of Foreign Affairs, Geoffrey Onyeama , Minister of Trade and Investment , Adeniyi Adebayo , Minister of Mines and Steel Development, Olamilekan Adegbite and Minister of State , Petroleum, Timipre Sylva.

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