The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Amb. Yusuf Tuggar, has reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to engaging the Republic of Niger through constructive dialogue to advance peace and stability in the sub-region.
This is contained in a statement by the spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Mr Kimiebi Ebienfa, on Thursday, as Niger commemorates its National Day.
The statement conveyed Tuggar’s congratulatory message to his counterpart, Mr Bakary Sangaré, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Cooperation and Nigeriens Abroad of the Republic of Niger.
He said the National Day celebration reflected the historic struggle and collective resolve of the Nigerien people in attaining self-governance and shaping their national identity.
“As a close neighbour bound by geography, history and shared communities, Nigeria joins Niger in recognising this milestone and honours the enduring spirit of unity and perseverance that defines the nation,” Tuggar said.
The minister noted that Nigeria and Niger share deep-rooted ties founded on mutual respect, cultural affinity and long-standing cooperation.
According to him, both countries have over the years collaborated in areas such as border security, regional stability, trade facilitation, agriculture and infrastructure development through platforms including ECOWAS, the African Union, the Lake Chad Basin Commission and the United Nations.
Tuggar reaffirmed Nigeria’s readiness to sustain dialogue, strengthen collaboration, and support initiatives that promote peace, stability, and development in the sub-region, while wishing the government and people of Niger continued resilience, national cohesion and progress.
