…As Chinese envoy Yu Dunhai meets Emir of Lafia, NACCIMA President
A young man identified as Ibrahim who displayed high level proficiency in Chinese language, has been awarded scholarship by the Chinese government.
The Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Yu Dunhai, disclosed this in a post on X.
“An extraordinary young man, Ibrahim, the “Kano Boy” who captivated us all with his fluent Chinese at our National Day reception last September, is now heading to China on a Chinese Government Scholarship!” Yu said.
The Chinese envoy further said he was delighted to host a send-forth for Ibrahim as he embarked on the exciting new chapter to pursue his “China Dream.”
“I encouraged him to make the most of his time, study hard, and serve as a bridge of Nigeria-China friendship.
“We are proud to support bright young minds like Ibrahim in strengthening the bond between our two nations!” the Chinese envoy stated.
Meanwhile, the Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Yu Dunhai, has expressed gratitude to the Emir of Lafia, Justice Sidi Bage Muhammad I, over the spectacular mini Durbar organised in his honour.
Taking to X, Yu said: “It was a great honour to meet with His Royal Highness, Justice Sidi Bage Muhammad I, Emir of Lafia.

“My delegation and I are truly grateful for the spectacular mini Durbar. The Durbar festival is the highest and most sacred cultural honour that the Lafia Emirate can bestow. As ancient civilizations, China and Nigeria share deep cultural affinities. China stands ready to strengthen local and people-to-people exchanges, working together for a brighter future of our bilateral ties.”
In a similar development, the Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Yu Dunhai, has said that China looked forward to negotiating and signing the Economic Partnership Agreement for Shared Development with Nigeria to deliver long-term benefits to both Nigerian and Chinese peoples.
The Chinese envoy stated this when he received in audience, the National President of the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture, Jani Ibrahim.

“Pleased to meet with Engr. Jani Ibrahim, National President of the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture.
“Since China’s zero-tariff policy for 53 African nations took effect on May 1, 2026, China-Nigeria trade has grown rapidly, boosting Nigerian exports. China looks forward to negotiating and signing the Economic Partnership Agreement for Shared Development with Nigeria to deliver long-term benefits to both our peoples,” Yu said.

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