Sheikh Abdullah congratulates Nigerian FM on appointment

Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has congratulated Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu on her appointment as Minister of Foreign Affairs of Nigeria in a phone call on Thursday.

Sheikh Abdullah wished his foreign counterpart success in her duties and affirmed his aspiration to work together to strengthen bilateral cooperation in support of the two countries’ development plans and their economic prosperity. 

The two sides also looked into opportunities to strengthen collaboration in key sectors, including the economic, trade, and investment fields that are compatible within the framework of the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement. 

They also exchanged views on the latest regional developments during the phone call.