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The Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Yu Dunhai, on October 22, 2026, paid a courtesy call on the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu
In his remarks, Yu said that this year marks the 55th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Nigeria.
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The Chinese envoy also said that over the past 55 years, the two countries have stood together through thick and thin, firmly supporting each other on issues concerning their respective core interests and major concerns.
He further said that under the strategic guidance of the two heads of state, the China-Nigeria Comprehensive Strategic Partnership has entered a new stage of high-quality development.
“China is ready to work with Nigeria to strengthen practical cooperation across all sectors, accelerate the release of benefits from zero-tariff measures, and propel bilateral relations to new heights. Ambassador Yu also briefed her on the four principles for constructive participation by all parties in resolving African hotspot issues nd our-point proposition on advancing China-Africa mining cooperation roposed by President Xi Jinping, emphasizing that China always respects Africa’s ownership and resource sovereignty, and looks forward to achieving win-win cooperation and common development with the continent,” the Chinese Ambassador told the First Lady.
On her part, the First Lady spoke highly of bilateral relations, thanking China for supporting Africa’s independent development through initiatives such as zero-tariff policies.
She noted that China is a great partner of Nigeria, and the Nigerian side stands ready to make joint efforts with China to sustain the sound momentum of Nigeria-China relations.
