By Fortune Abang

Nigeria and Algeria have reaffirmed their commitments to strengthening bilateral relations following a high-level diplomatic engagement between the foreign affairs ministers of both countries.

Amb. Yusuf Tuggar represented Nigeria while Amb. Ahmed Attaf represented Algeria during the meeting.

A statement on Sunday by Alkasim Abdulkadir, Special Assistant on Media and Communications to Tuggar, indicated that during the meeting both ministers exchanged views on shared strategic interests and pledged to deepen cooperation across political, economic, and multilateral platforms.

“Emphasis was placed on revitalising the Nigeria-Algeria Binational Commission, enhancing regional coordination, and promoting African priorities on the global stage,” Abdulkadir said in the statement.

He added that Tuggar performed the groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of a new chancery for the Nigeria at Dely Ibrahim, the diplomatic enclave in the Algiers with senior officials, embassy staff, and members of the Nigerian community in attendance.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that a chancery is the principal office that houses a diplomatic mission or an embassy.

This often includes the associated building and the site. The building can house one or several different nations’ missions.

The statement indicated that the groundbreaking ceremony marked a significant step towards modernising Nigeria’s diplomatic infrastructure.

“The new chancery is designed with eco-friendly architecture, enhanced security features, and upgraded facilities to improve consular service delivery and working conditions for Foreign Service personnel.

“The construction is scheduled to begin immediately and is expected to be completed within 18 months, in line with the ministry’s broader reform agenda.

“It is also aimed at projecting Nigeria’s image abroad and fostering international cooperation,” he added. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Benson Ezugwu/Abiemwense Moru