President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed Nigeria’s openness to strategic global partnerships as he welcomed fresh investment initiatives from Qatar aimed at enhancing cooperation in agriculture and other key sectors.
This statement was issued on Friday by the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Bayo Onanuga, during a meeting with Dr Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al-Khulaifi, a senior special envoy from the Amir of Qatar and Minister of State for Foreign Affairs.
The envoy conveyed Qatar’s commitment to deepening bilateral ties and announced plans for a high-level Qatari business delegation to visit Nigeria in the coming weeks.
President Tinubu hailed the growing relationship between the two countries and described Qatar as a valuable and forward-thinking partner.
We are grateful for this continued engagement. I am glad that the Amir of Qatar remembers and values the discussions from my 2024 state visit. Nigeria is ready to strengthen these brotherly relations and fulfil all bilateral agreements,” the President stated.
He directed key ministers, including those of Budget and Economic Planning, Information, and Foreign Affairs, to collaborate on ensuring the swift execution of the agreements reached with the Gulf nation.
Tinubu also acknowledged Qatar’s global efforts in peacebuilding and humanitarian support, drawing parallels between the two countries’ shared challenges in addressing regional instability and promoting development.
I commend Qatar’s role in promoting global peace and its investment in human development. Like you, we face the dual task of combating terrorism while supporting our neighbours,” he said.
President Tinubu highlighted Nigeria’s economic reforms, which are aimed at creating an investor-friendly environment through tax system overhauls.
He invited Qatari investors to tap into Nigeria’s potential for food security and economic growth.
“You won’t find a better partner than Nigeria. We’re seeing results from our hard choices, and we want to grow with our partners,” Tinubu added.
In addition, Dr Al-Khulaifi conveyed the Amir’s strong interest in Nigeria as a strategic partner in Africa, particularly in the fields of agriculture, petrochemicals, and peacebuilding.
“We are proud of our relationship with Nigeria. Our collaboration goes beyond governments—it includes our people. We believe there is significant room to do more together,” the envoy said.
Qatari companies are set to expand and enter the Nigerian market, boosting bilateral ties, according to Al-Khulaifi, who plays a key role in regional peace efforts.
