Nigerian Ambassador Presents Credentials to Benin President

On July 10, 2026, Nigerian Ambassador Mopelola Adeola Ibrahim presented her letters of credence to President Romuald Wadagni of the Republic of Benin at the Palais de la Marina. This ceremony marked the formal commencement of Ambassador Ibrahim's diplomatic mandate.

Following the presentation, discussions were held between Ambassador Ibrahim and President Wadagni on issues of mutual interest, with the aim of further strengthening the long-standing bilateral relations between Nigeria and Benin. The discussions focused on the upcoming session of the Nigeria-Benin Joint Commission, which seeks to enhance cooperation in various sectors, including private sector-led investment and energy collaboration.

The Minister of Foreign Affairs noted that the presentation of the letters of credence reaffirms Nigeria's commitment to deepening cooperation and promoting regional integration, thereby strengthening the bonds of friendship and good neighborliness between the two countries. The spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, provided this information in Abuja on Sunday, July 12, 2026.