January 19, (THEWILL) – Nigeria and Egypt have deepened diplomatic ties to promote mutual integration in tackling continental challenges and waive visas for diplomats.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs disclosed this in a statement issued on Sunday by Alkasim Abdulkadir, Special Assistant on Media and Communications Strategy to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Amb Yusuf Tuggar
It said Egypt remains the first African country to establish diplomatic ties with Nigeria. The expanding ties have become important as the two countries mark 65 years of diplomatic relations in 2025.
Ahead of the anniversary, the statement noted that Tuggar had visited Cairo, Egypt, to participate in the third round of political consultations with Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty.
Abdulkadir said, “Both foreign ministers agreed to elevate the relationship between Egypt and Nigeria to a comprehensive partnership, emphasising mutual respect for each nation’s unity, sovereignty, and territorial integrity.
“The Minister of Water Resources, Prof. Joseph Utsev, and Abubakar Kyari, the Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, were part of Nigeria’s delegation.
“Both countries also expressed commitment to intensify coordination on regional and international issues, aiming to strengthen the African Union’s role in addressing continental challenges and promoting integration. They also pledged to work together to advance democracy, good governance, and the objectives of Agenda 2063.
“Egypt and Nigeria agreed to enhance security cooperation by sharing experiences in implementing comprehensive counter-terrorism strategies while recognising the shared threat of terrorism and extremism.”
Abdulkadir said both countries expressed their commitment to supporting conflict resolution in Africa through peace-building and sustainable development initiatives.
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