Tinubu Supports Gulf States Amid Iran-Israel Tensions

President Bola Tinubu declared Nigeria's support for Gulf States in light of the rising tensions linked to the ongoing conflict involving Iran and Israel. This announcement was made during a formal ceremony in Abuja where he received letters of credence from several foreign diplomats, representing countries including Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, Sudan, Namibia, Rwanda, Somalia, Argentina, and Congo.

During the meeting, Tinubu assured the diplomats of Nigeria's commitment to standing with Gulf nations, including the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, and Jordan. He praised their calm approach to handling the situation and stressed the need for peace across the region.

Tinubu described the gathering of diplomats as a significant step in strengthening Nigeria's relationships with these countries, encouraging them to explore partnership opportunities that would benefit Nigeria. He reiterated Nigeria's role in the economic community of West African states, particularly in maintaining democratic order and improving trade among member states while addressing instability in the Sahel region.