By Abiola Olawale
France’s President Emmanuel Macron has officially welcomed Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu who is in France on a three-day state visit.
Macron received the Nigerian President at the historic Invalides Memorial Complex on Thursday.
The New Diplomat reports that Tinubu and his wife, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, arrived in Paris, France, on Wednesday.
According to a statement issued by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, “three-day visit will focus on strengthening political, economic, and cultural relations and establishing more partnership opportunities, particularly in agriculture, security, education, health, youth engagement and employment, innovation, and energy transition, promises significant benefits for Nigeria.
“Both leaders will participate in political and diplomatic meetings highlighting shared values on finance, solid minerals, trade and investments, and communication. They will also witness a session by the France-Nigeria Business Council, which oversees private sector participation in economic development.”
