President Bola Tinubu has pledged to expedite the implementation of all bilateral agreements signed with Colombia, underscoring Nigeria’s commitment to strengthening international partnerships.
The assurance was given during a meeting with Colombian Vice President Francia Márquez at the State House.
Tinubu emphasised that in a world of volatile economies and shifting policies, nations must forge new alliances for shared prosperity.
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He assured the Colombian delegation, which included senior government officials and business leaders, that Nigeria would replicate the aviation and consular agreements recently signed with Brazil.
The President stated that the conclusions reached in the bilateral meetings, overseen by Vice President Kashim Shettima, would receive prompt attention from his administration.
“I support every aspect that you have agreed on,” President Tinubu said.
“Particularly for Colombia, the agreement we entered with Brazil can easily be replicated in aviation, and our diplomatic relations can be enhanced. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs will accelerate that.”
He also encouraged Colombian business leaders to explore Nigeria’s oil and gas sector and agricultural opportunities, highlighting the nation’s large, youthful population as both a significant market and a skilled workforce.
In her remarks, Márquez expressed her delight at visiting “the land of our ancestors,” noting her position as the first black Vice President of Colombia.
She emphasised that the visit was intended to revitalise ancestral connections that were severed by slavery and colonialism, establishing a long-lasting relationship based on shared cultural heritage.
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Márquez identified key areas for collaboration, including aviation, visas, political consultations, cultural exchanges, and trade.
She also highlighted Nigeria’s leadership role in Africa and expressed confidence that a stronger relationship would promote social justice, gender equality, and inclusivity in both countries.
