Nigeria, France seek stronger diplomatic ties.

Nigeria and France are collaborating to strengthen cooperation in trade, security, education, and culture. 

This comes as the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Amb. Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, and French Ambassador to Nigeria, Marc Fonbaustier, met in Abuja to discuss mutual opportunities, highlighting the strong diplomatic relations between the two countries, which have flourished since October 1, 1960.

The two countries expressed their willingness to explore new avenues for cooperation, particularly in infrastructure development, renewable energy, and agriculture. 

Commending President Bola Tinubu's economic reforms, noting that they create fresh investment opportunities, Fonbaustier said that Nigeria and France will collaborate on cultural events, including a major exhibition celebrating Fela Anikulapo Kuti's legacy and the "Forum Creation Africa" in Lagos.

The meeting also touched on security cooperation, with France pledging support for Nigeria's fight against terrorism, while Odumegwu-Ojukwu urged France to facilitate investment platforms for Nigerian banks and back Nigerian candidates in international organizations.

Fonbaustier extended an invitation to Odumegwu-Ojukwu to attend France's National Day celebration in Abuja on July 14.

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