President Tinubu Maintains Diplomatic Ties with Mali Despite ECOWAS Exit

• Tinubu reaffirmed Nigeria’s continued support for Mali’s democratic transition.
• Tinubu emphasized the significance of regional unity in West Africa.
• The Ambassador of Mali thanked the President for consistently providing leadership for the sub-region and the continent.

Despite Mali’s recent departure from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), President Bola Tinubu has demonstrated a commitment to ongoing diplomatic engagement by accepting the Letter of Credence from Malian Ambassador Cheick Oumar Coulibaly.

Eko Hot Blog reports that in communication with Malian leader General Assimi Goita, Tinubu reaffirmed Nigeria’s continued support for Mali’s democratic transition and the strengthening of economic ties between the two countries.

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Tinubu emphasized the significance of regional unity in West Africa, asserting that countries in the region are more resilient when they work together.

Receiving the Envoy on Thursday in Abuja, the Nigerian President said, “We should strengthen our bilateral relations, and it is hoped that Mali will achieve its democratic goals. We are open to any support we can render. I want you to see yourself as a member of the family here.

“For me, we are one in West Africa and Africa. The Alliance of Sahel States (AES) has made its position clear, but no nation can succeed alone. We see Mali as a brother and are ready to collaborate and exchange ideas.

“I can assure you that Nigeria is home for you. When you feel like seeing us, our doors will always be open.”

The Ambassador of Mali thanked the President for consistently providing leadership for the sub-region and the continent.

“I wish to convey the fraternal greetings of the Head of State, Gen. Assimi Goïta, and the highest appreciation of the Malian people for the Nigerian leadership and support,” he said.

Coulibaly said Nigeria had maintained its leadership role in Africa while acknowledging the Nigerian military’s supply of troops for various UN peace missions on the continent and the subregion.

“The Head of State particularly told me that I was on a mission to the biggest country in Africa. He said he knows it’s not easy, but I should look for solutions as a diplomat. We know that Africans must solve African problems.

He noted, “I appreciate you as a leader and father in Africa.”

President Tinubu also received letters of credence from six ambassadors, signaling Nigeria’s commitment to fostering international cooperation and promoting global peace, understanding, and prosperity.

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Among the ambassador received was the ambassadors from the Kingdom of the Netherlands, the United Republic of Tanzania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, the Russian Federation, and Switzerland.

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