Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Nigeria

04/06/2026

04/06/2026

03/06/2026

Nigeria formally assumed the Presidency of the Conference on Disarmament (CD) on 26 May 2026, marking another important opportunity for our country to contribute to international peace, security, and multilateral diplomacy.

The Honourable Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu has approved two thematic priorities for Nigeria’s Presidency:

1.Effective International Arrangements to Assure Non-Nuclear-Weapon States Against the Use or Threat of Use of Nuclear Weapons (Negative Security Assurances).
This theme reflects Nigeria’s longstanding commitment to global peace, nuclear disarmament, and the protection of non-nuclear-weapon states. It aligns with Nigeria’s foreign policy objective of promoting a rules-based international order and supports the 4D foreign policy pillar of Democracy by advocating for equal security and justice for all states.

2.Improved and Effective Functioning of the Conference on Disarmament (Revitalization of the CD).
This theme seeks to strengthen the effectiveness, relevance, and responsiveness of the world’s sole multilateral disarmament negotiating forum. It resonates with Nigeria’s commitment to constructive multilateral engagement and supports the 4D pillars of Development and Demography, recognizing that a more effective disarmament architecture contributes to global stability, sustainable development, and a safer future for generations to come.

Nigeria looks forward to working with all member states in a spirit of dialogue, cooperation, and consensus-building during its Presidency.

03/06/2026

NIGERIA, BANGLADESH REAFFIRM COMMITMENT TO STRENGTHENING BILATERAL TIES; DISCUSS ENERGY, TRADE, AND SECURITY COOPERATION

The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Dunoma Umar Ahmed, PhD, received in audience the High Commissioner of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh to Nigeria, His Excellency, Miah Md. Mainul Kabir, on Wednesday, 3rd June 2026.

The Meeting discussed a wide range of issues, including the recent election of Bangladesh's Foreign Minister, Khalilur Rahman, as President of the 81st United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on June 2, 2026. The President-elect will officially assume office for a one-year term when the 81st session convenes in September in New York, United States of America. The High Commissioner appreciated Nigeria's support and called for continued collaboration in areas of mutual interest to both countries. The Permanent Secretary congratulated the Government and people of Bangladesh on this significant global recognition, affirming Nigeria’s commitment to supporting Bangladesh’s tenure and collaborating on South-South cooperation and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

The importance of the Political Consultation Meeting between both countries, exchange of visits by the Foreign Ministers of Nigeria and Bangladesh and the timely finalization of proposed Agreements, such as the Agreement on the Avoidance of Double Taxation, were all discussed at the Meeting. The Bangladesh High Commissioner during his remarks, highlighted ongoing efforts to finalize a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the importation of petroleum and gas products from Nigeria. He noted that Bangladesh seeks to diversify its energy import basket and views Nigeria as a key strategic partner. The Permanent Secretary assured him that the Ministry is working closely with the Federal Ministry of Petroleum to expedite the conclusion of the MOU.

Furthermore, the Permanent Secretary emphasized the Federal Government’s commitment to economic diversification under the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

02/06/2026

NIGERIA AND INDIA REAFFIRM COMMITMENT TO DEEPENING STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP, DEFENCE COOPERATION AND GLOBAL SOUTH COLLABORATION

The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Dunoma Umar Ahmed, PhD, received a delegation of participants from Course 66th of the National Defence College, New Delhi, India, on a courtesy visit to the Ministry on Monday, 1 June 2026, in Abuja. The delegation was led by Ms Anvita Sinha and was in Nigeria as part of a foreign study tour to gain insights into the country's socio-economic development, foreign policy orientation, security environment, and strategic outlook.

Welcoming the delegation, Ambassador Ahmed reaffirmed the longstanding and cordial relations between the Federal Republic of Nigeria and the Republic of India. He noted that both countries enjoy strong bilateral ties anchored on shared democratic values, historical friendship, growing economic engagement and cooperation within regional and multilateral frameworks. The Permanent Secretary highlighted the significance of the visit as a valuable platform for strengthening mutual understanding and expanding cooperation in critical areas such as defence, security, capacity building, technology transfer and sustainable development. He underscored Nigeria's appreciation for India's longstanding support in military training, professional development and defence cooperation, which have contributed significantly to strengthening institutional capacities and promoting regional security.

During the interactive session, discussions focused on Nigeria's foreign policy priorities, contemporary global geopolitical developments, regional security challenges and opportunities for enhanced cooperation between Nigeria and India. The Permanent Secretary emphasised the importance of stronger collaboration among countries of the Global South and reaffirmed Nigeria's commitment to promoting South-South cooperation through platforms such as BRICS and other multilateral arrangements aimed at advancing the collective interests of developing countries.

31/05/2026

The Honourable Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu is leading the Nigerian delegation to the ongoing Korea-Africa Foreign Ministers Meeting in Seoul, South Korea.

28/05/2026

NIGERIA CONGRATULATES ETHIOPIA ON THE OBSERVANCE OF ITS NATIONAL DAY

The Federal Government of Nigeria extends its warmest congratulations to the Government and people of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia on the joyous occasion of Ethiopia’s National Day, celebrated annually on May 28. This day marks a significant moment in the history of a great nation, commemorating Ethiopia’s proud sovereignty as Africa’s oldest independent country and its resilience in pursuing unity and progress.

Nigeria acknowledges Ethiopia’s pivotal contributions to the advancement of African unity, its strategic role as host of the African Union's Headquarters, and appreciates its sustained commitment to promoting dialogue, regional peace, multilateral diplomacy, and continental integration. As two of Africa’s most populous and influential nations, and founding members of several continental institutions, Nigeria and Ethiopia share a unique bond of friendship, solidarity, and a common vision for a peaceful and prosperous continent. Our bilateral relationship is robust and multifaceted, anchored in a shared commitment to continental stability and economic revitalization.

Nigeria remains committed to deepening economic ties that reflect our strategic importance. We commend the ongoing collaboration between our private sectors, notably the transformative investments by Dangote Industries in Ethiopia’s cement and fertilizer sectors. Furthermore, we look forward to finalising agreements on broader collaboration and partnerships in other key sectors for the mutual benefit of both countries.

The Federal Republic of Nigeria reaffirms its firm solidarity with Ethiopia as it implements its bold domestic reforms and continues to play a stabilizing role in the Horn of Africa. We are confident that the strategic partnership between Abuja and Addis Ababa will continue to grow, fostering greater trade, investment, and shared prosperity under the framework of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).

Once again, we extend our felicitations to the Government and the resilient people of Ethiopia.