Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to deepening diplomatic relations with the Holy See, pledging greater collaboration in peacebuilding, humanitarian action, education, healthcare and youth development as both countries marked 50 years of formal diplomatic relations.
Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, Minister of Foreign Affairs, made the commitment on Monday during a ceremony commemorating the first anniversary of the election of Pope Leo XIV and the golden jubilee of diplomatic relations between the Federal Republic of Nigeria and the Holy See.
The minister described the occasion as a celebration of two significant milestones, saying the enduring relationship between Nigeria and the Holy See has been anchored on shared values of peace, justice, human dignity and dialogue.
On behalf of the Federal Government and the Nigerian people, Odumegwu-Ojukwu congratulated Pope Leo XIV on the first anniversary of his election to the Chair of Saint Peter, commending his leadership and commitment to promoting peace and reconciliation
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