- Tinubu said Nigeria stands firmly with the affected countries and will continue to support efforts aimed at ensuring global peace
- the president formally received envoys from multiple countries, including Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Lebanon
- He stressed that Nigeria remains open to collaboration that will drive innovation, economic growth and shared prosperity
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed Nigeria’s support for several Gulf nations affected by recent tensions linked to the conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran, emphasising the country’s commitment to peace, stability and international cooperation.
Eko Hot Blog reports that the president made this known at the Presidential Villa in Abuja while receiving letters of credence from newly appointed ambassadors and high commissioners.
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During the ceremony, he praised countries including Saudi Arabia, Qatar, United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman and Jordan for their calm response despite the pressures of the crisis.
Tinubu said Nigeria stands firmly with the affected countries and will continue to support efforts aimed at ensuring global peace.
According to him, the world is in urgent need of stability, cooperation and mutual understanding, adding that Nigeria will remain a voice for unity and peaceful coexistence.
At the event, the president formally received envoys from multiple countries, including Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, Sudan, Namibia, Rwanda, Somalia, Argentina and Congo.
He described their appointments as a reflection of strong diplomatic ties and an opportunity to further strengthen cooperation between Nigeria and their respective countries.
Tinubu assured the diplomats of Nigeria’s readiness to deepen bilateral relations, particularly in areas of trade, investment, infrastructure development and cultural exchange.
He noted that his administration is implementing wide-ranging economic reforms designed to reposition Nigeria as a competitive global investment destination.
He encouraged the envoys to see Nigeria not just as Africa’s most populous nation but as a dynamic partner with vast economic potential, especially given its youthful population and expanding market opportunities.
The president also highlighted Nigeria’s foreign policy direction, stating that it is focused on building mutually beneficial partnerships, promoting democratic governance and leveraging diaspora networks for development.
He stressed that Nigeria remains open to collaboration that will drive innovation, economic growth and shared prosperity.
On regional and continental matters, Tinubu reiterated the country’s commitment to the ideals of the Economic Community of West African States, particularly in defending constitutional order, strengthening regional integration and addressing security challenges in the Sahel region.
He noted that such goals require collective action among nations.
He further pointed out that global challenges such as climate change, terrorism, shifting geopolitical dynamics and economic inequality demand coordinated responses from the international community.
Nigeria, he said, is prepared to work with other countries both bilaterally and through multilateral platforms to address these issues.
Tinubu assured the envoys of full support from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and other government agencies, pledging that his administration would provide the necessary cooperation to ensure the success of their diplomatic missions.
He also urged the diplomats to travel across Nigeria to experience its diverse cultures, business opportunities and the resilience of its people, noting that such engagement would strengthen understanding and partnerships.
Speaking on behalf of the diplomatic corps, the ambassador of Qatar expressed appreciation to the president for the warm reception and pledged that the envoys would work towards strengthening relations between their countries and Nigeria during their tenure.
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