Chinese Envoy Yu Dunhai Supports Tinubu's Reforms

On October 22, 2026, during a courtesy visit to First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu, China's Ambassador to Nigeria, Yu Dunhai, expressed support for the ongoing reforms under President Bola Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda, stating they should continue beyond 2027. Yu highlighted that trade between Nigeria and China had reached $18 billion in the first half of 2026, with Nigeria's exports to China increasing significantly over the past three years.

He emphasized the importance of maintaining confidence among foreign investors, particularly from China, in Nigeria's economic reforms. The visit marked Yu's first engagement with the First Lady since he assumed office in August 2024.

In response, Oluremi Tinubu welcomed China's endorsement of the President's second term and expressed optimism about collaboration in agriculture and food security. Nigeria and China elevated their relationship to a comprehensive strategic partnership in 2024, further solidifying their economic ties.