President Bola Ahmed Tinubu arrived in Paris on Wednesday evening for a landmark three-day State Visit aimed at deepening the relationship between Nigeria and France.
Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, disclosed this in a statement.
Accompanied by First Lady Oluremi Tinubu, the President was greeted with full military honours by the French Republican Guard upon arrival at Orly Airport, setting the stage for a visit poised to foster strategic collaborations.
The visit, which officially begins Thursday, will see President Tinubu welcomed at the historic Les Invalides by French President Emmanuel Macron and First Lady Brigitte Macron.
The leaders will engage in high-level talks at the Palais de l’Élysée, focusing on a broad spectrum of key areas, including agriculture, security, education, health, youth development, and energy transition.
“This visit is a pivotal opportunity to unlock mutual benefits for both nations,” a source close to the presidency remarked.
A key highlight of the visit is the emphasis on youth development, with both Presidents committed to expanding youth exchange programs and fostering expertise in automation, entrepreneurship, and leadership.
Their discussions will also address shared priorities such as trade and investment, finance, and solid minerals, promising transformative outcomes for both nations.
The France-Nigeria Business Council will host a strategic session, engaging private sector leaders from both countries to drive economic growth through coordinated initiatives.
On the diplomatic front, the First Ladies of both nations will hold discussions on advancing social welfare.
Senator Oluremi Tinubu is expected to spotlight the Renewed Hope Initiative, which champions the empowerment of women, children, and vulnerable groups in Nigeria.
The visit will conclude with a state dinner hosted by President Macron in honour of President Tinubu and his delegation, underscoring the strong bond between the two nations.
