Nigeria and Zambia Strengthen Ties Through Diplomacy
Nigeria and Zambia are set to deepen their bilateral cooperation, as announced by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in a statement from spokesperson Oluwafemi Adeniyi. The formal presentation of Letters of Credence by Ambassador Clark-Omeru in Lusaka marks the beginning of his diplomatic mission in Zambia.
During the ceremony, Clark-Omeru conveyed President Bola Tinubu’s greetings to President Hakainde Hichilema, who was congratulated on his re-election for a second term following Zambia's August 2026 general elections. The discussions emphasized the longstanding relations between the two nations, rooted in mutual respect and shared history.
President Hichilema outlined Zambia's focus on economic diplomacy and called for enhanced investment and trade partnerships, particularly in technology. He also mentioned plans to upgrade provincial airports and reaffirmed Zambia's commitment to the African Continental Free Trade Area.
The engagement included discussions on the contributions of Nigerian businesses in Zambia and interest in establishing a Bilateral Air Services Agreement.
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