President Tinubu and Vice President Márquez meet in Abuja to advance Nigeria Colombia cooperation.
Abuja, Nigeria (EPICSTORIAN )— Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu received Colombian Vice President Francia Márquez at the Aso Villa in Abuja.
“No ocean is wide enough to divide us any longer,” Tinubu declared in his remarks.
Vice President Márquez described the visit as a symbolic return to what she called “the land of our ancestors.”
She added that Colombia’s historical ties with Africa remain a foundation for stronger diplomatic and cultural relations.
Nigeria Colombia Cooperation Expands in Abuja Talks
Tinubu praised Vice President Kashim Shettima and his team for laying the groundwork for the new cooperation agenda.
He confirmed that agreements reached would support business opportunities between Nigeria and Colombia.
The Nigerian leader explained that recent cooperation models with Brazil could be replicated with Colombia, especially in aviation.
“Particularly with Colombia, Nigeria’s recent agreement with Brazil can easily be replicated in aviation,” Tinubu said.
He stressed that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs would accelerate the process of deepening these relations.
The Nigerian president highlighted Colombia’s heritage and opportunity, paired with Nigeria’s youthful population and skills.
South–South Cooperation Gains Momentum
Tinubu insisted that Africa’s largest democracy would continue to drive regional and intercontinental partnerships.
He emphasized the need for inclusive growth, social justice, and equitable trade frameworks in South–South partnerships.
Márquez noted that both nations stand to benefit from cultural exchange, economic cooperation, and people-to-people ties.
The discussions also opened doors for cross-sector investment in agriculture, energy, and aviation.
Observers described the Abuja meeting as a significant milestone for strengthening Africa Latin America relations.
Diplomatic analysts said the talks could influence how developing nations advance collective interests globally.
Tinubu Márquez Talks Build Global Connections
The engagement followed Nigeria’s renewed focus on diversifying its diplomatic partnerships beyond traditional allies.
Nigeria is currently enhancing cooperation with several Latin American nations through bilateral and multilateral frameworks.
According to the presidency, this policy shift seeks to maximize opportunities for trade, technology transfer, and education exchange.
Tinubu reaffirmed Nigeria’s readiness to serve as a gateway for Latin American engagement with Africa.
He pointed to Nigeria’s young, skilled workforce as a vital asset for regional growth.
Colombia, in turn, presented opportunities for heritage-driven cooperation and expanded diplomatic ties.
Historical Connections Shape Future Strategy
The meeting highlighted centuries of history that linked Africa and Latin America through migration and cultural exchange.
Tinubu said both regions now had the chance to turn that shared history into new opportunities for prosperity.
Márquez echoed that sentiment, calling for a deepening of ties rooted in resilience and shared humanity.
She argued that no division created by history should prevent joint progress in the present era.
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The Nigerian government confirmed that agreements will focus on boosting trade, aviation, and diplomatic dialogue.
Further details of the cooperation framework are expected to be released by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
