The Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, has arrived in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital city.
Modi was received by the Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nyesom Wike.
The Indian Prime Minister who is on a state visit, will meet President Bola Tinubu on Sunday at the Presidential Villa in Abuja.
The event will mark the first visit by an Indian prime minister to Nigeria in nearly two decades.
According to a statement released by presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga on Saturday, during their meeting, President Tinubu and Prime Minister Modi will hold bilateral discussions aimed at strengthening the relationship between Nigeria and India. Both leaders are expected to address various areas of cooperation, including trade, investment, technology, and cultural exchanges.
“Both leaders will exchange signed Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) to enhance collaboration in critical sectors,” the statement said.