Macron to Visit Nigeria This Fall to Deepen Strategic Partnership, Envoy Announces

French President Emmanuel Macron is set to make a state visit to Nigeria this fall, announced Marc Fonbaustier, the French Ambassador to Nigeria. This visit marks a significant step in the expanding strategic partnership between the two nations.

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I am pleased and honoured to announce that, two years after President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s State Visit to Paris, the President of the French Republic, Emmanuel Macron, will travel to Nigeria for another State Visit this fall.

The announcement, made during France's National Day celebration in Abuja, follows Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's state visit to Paris two years prior. It signals a renewed commitment from both countries to enhance cooperation across trade, security, agriculture, culture, and regional stability.

Ambassador Fonbaustier stated that the visit would allow both leaders to review the progress of the Nigeria-France roadmap and define the future direction of their bilateral relations. He described the partnership as one "between equals," built on mutual respect and shared aspirations for economic growth, job creation, environmental sustainability, and regional peace, all while upholding the principles of the UN Charter.

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Together, our two Presidents will assess the progress of our roadmap and outline the key elements of our relationship for the years to come. These will undoubtedly be ambitious and mutually beneficial for our two peoples.

The envoy highlighted growing commercial ties, citing recent collaborations and acquisitions. He also noted increasing cultural exchange, exemplified by Nigeria's hosting of the Création Africa Forum. France reaffirmed its support for democratic governance, the rule of law, freedom of expression, and gender equality, with the French Embassy continuing to back programs for women, youth, and persons with disabilities.

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