Nigeria, UK Foreign Ministers Meet To Deepen Bilateral Ties

By Baba Sunday|| Abuja
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‎Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, OON, has met with the British Foreign Secretary to discuss ways of strengthening cooperation between both countries across a broad range of areas.
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‎The meeting, held at the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) in London, focused on shared priorities including trade, investment, security, education, migration, and climate action.
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‎Ambassador Tuggar described the engagement as “constructive and forward-looking,” noting that it reflected the long-standing friendship and shared democratic values that continue to guide Nigeria–UK relations.

‎He said both sides reaffirmed their commitment to deepening collaboration that delivers tangible benefits to their citizens.
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‎During the talks, the two ministers exchanged views on global and regional developments, explored new areas of economic partnership, and discussed ongoing cooperation in defence and governance.
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‎Ambassador Tuggar’s visit forms part of Nigeria’s wider diplomatic outreach aimed at advancing mutual interests, promoting development, and reinforcing its longstanding partnerships on the global stage.