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NIGERIA REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO SUPPORT MALI’S DEMOCRATIC TRANSITION
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CapitalTimesNews / 4 weeks
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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to supporting Mali’s democratic transition and deepening economic ties between the two nations. In a meeting with Malian Ambassador Cheick Oumar Coulibaly, Tinubu declared that West African countries are stronger when united. President Tinubu emphasized the importance of strengthening bilateral relations between Nigeria and Mali, expressing hope that Mali will achieve its democratic goals. “We should strengthen our bilateral relations, and it is hoped that Mali will achieve its democratic goals. We are open to any support we can render,” Tinubu said. “For me, we are one in West Africa and Africa. The Alliance of Sahel States has made its position clear, but no nation can succeed alone. We see Mali as a brother and are ready to collaborate and exchange ideas.” Ambassador Coulibaly thanked President Tinubu for consistently providing leadership for the sub-region and the continent. “I wish to convey the fraternal greetings of the Head of State, Gen. Assimi Goïta, and the highest appreciation of the Malian people for the Nigerian leadership and support,” Coulibaly said. Tinubu assured the ambassador that Nigeria is home for Mali and that his doors will always be open. In addition to meeting with the Malian ambassador, President Tinubu also received letters of credence from five other envoys, including ambassadors from the Netherlands, Tanzania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Russia, and Switzerland. With each envoy, Tinubu emphasized the importance of cooperation and collaboration to promote global peace, understanding, and prosperity. With the Tanzanian High Commissioner, Selestine Gervas Kakele, Tinubu praised President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s courageous leadership and impactful contributions to the African Union. “We will continue to work together. You can see the situation across the world. No one can do it alone,” Tinubu said. Kakele acknowledged the significant impact of Nigerian investments in Tanzania, citing contributions from Dangote Group, UBA, GTB, and Sahara Energy. Tinubu also discussed expanding cooperation with Russian Ambassador Andrey Leonidovich Podelyshev in areas such as steel production, science, education, and nuclear energy. “Our partnership has been fulfilling, but we need more technological support with our rapidly growing population,” Tinubu stated. Podelyshev reaffirmed Russia’s readiness to expand cooperation, particularly in education and energy. With Swiss Ambassador Patrick Egloff, Tinubu pledged to create a more investor-friendly environment through regulatory reforms. “We will address any legal issues that could impede progress in our economic relations,” he assured. Egloff highlighted growing Swiss investments in Nigeria, noting expansions by companies such as Nestlé and Lafarge.
