Minister Joly to welcome Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs
News release
May 8, 2024 - Ottawa, Ontario - Global Affairs Canada
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will host Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, during his visit to Ottawa from May 9-10.
Minister Joly and Minister Tuggar will discuss the two countries’ relationship, both as bilateral and multilateral partners, and Nigeria’s role and influence in West Africa. They will also exchange views on global challenges and opportunities, and explore how to ensure African voices play a more prominent role in international organizations.
During his visit, Minister Tuggar will also meet with Robert Oliphant, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, as well as other Canadian officials.
Quotes
“I look forward to hosting Minister Tuggar. As our countries strengthen their bilateral ties, we will continue to collaborate to foster sustainable global and regional peace and security.”
- Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs
Quick facts
-
Canada and Nigeria celebrated 60 years of diplomatic relations in 2022.
-
In 2023, Nigeria was Canada’s largest bilateral merchandise trading partner in Africa, with total bilateral merchandise trade valued at $3.6 billion.
-
This will be Minister Tuggar’s first visit to Ottawa.
Associated links
Contacts
Media Relations Office
Global Affairs Canada
media@international.gc.ca
Follow us on Twitter: @CanadaFP
Like us on Facebook: Canada’s foreign policy - Global Affairs Canada
Page details
- Date modified: