In a bid to bolster maritime security and safety in the Gulf of Guinea, President Bola Tinubu of Nigeria met with the Special Envoy of the President of Equatorial Guinea, Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo, at the State House in Abuja on Tuesday.
The meeting underscored Nigeria’s unwavering dedication to fortifying regional cooperation against maritime threats in the vital maritime corridor.
The visit of the Special Presidential Envoy, Simeon Oyono Esono Angue, was marked by discussions aimed at revitalizing the Nigeria-Equatorial Guinea Joint Commission.
President Mbasogo’s message emphasized the imperative of a state visit by President Tinubu and highlighted the necessity for deeper collaboration across various sectors, notably in oil and gas and trade.
President Tinubu, acknowledging the historical ties between the two nations, described Nigeria and Equatorial Guinea as “brotherly nations” with robust bilateral relations.
He reminisced about previous discussions with President Mbasogo, where strategies for advancing economic ties, particularly within the realm of ocean and marine economy, were deliberated upon alongside concerted efforts to tackle climate change challenges.
Expressing optimism about the future trajectory of bilateral relations, President Tinubu affirmed, “Nigeria and Equatorial Guinea are brotherly nations, and we enjoy very longstanding mutual relations. I am sure when next we meet formally; the relationship between our countries will grow from strength to strength.”
The meeting between President Tinubu and the Special Envoy not only reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to maritime security but also signaled a renewed dedication to fostering collaboration with Equatorial Guinea to address shared challenges and explore opportunities for mutual benefit.
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