Nigeria has called for deeper cooperation with Germany in economic development, security, renewable energy, digital innovation and regional peace as both countries seek to strengthen their longstanding bilateral relations.
The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, made the call on Wednesday while receiving Germany’s Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs, Johann Wadephul, and his delegation during a bilateral meeting in Abuja.
Describing Germany as one of Nigeria’s most important strategic partners in Europe, Odumegwu-Ojukwu said the relationship between the two countries had continued to grow through decades of mutual respect, trust and productive cooperation.
“Your visit is a clear demonstration of the enduring friendship and strong partnership between the Federal Republic of Nigeria and the Federal Republic of Germany, a relationship that has continued to flourish through decades of mutual respect, trust and productive cooperation,” she said.
The minister noted that Nigeria-Germany relations had expanded beyond diplomatic ties to cover
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