Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and First Lady Oluremi Tinubu arrived at the Élysée Palace on November 28, 2024, for a high-level meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron and First Lady Brigitte Macron.
The visit marks a significant step in fostering stronger ties between Nigeria and France.
The state visit began with a formal welcoming ceremony at the Invalides in Paris, where President Tinubu and President Macron inspected a guard of honor.
Accompanied by their spouses, the leaders underscored the importance of diplomacy and mutual cooperation between the two nations.
According to a statement from the Nigerian presidency, the discussions aim to deepen collaboration in critical sectors, including agriculture, security, education, health, and energy transition.
The agenda also includes youth engagement, innovation, finance, trade, solid minerals, and communication.
President Tinubu arrived in Paris on Wednesday evening and expressed optimism about leveraging shared values to boost Nigeria’s socio-economic development.
