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National Communication Team reviews mid-term performance, sets targets

National Communication Team reviews mid-term performance, sets targets

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By Mufutau Ojo

The National Communication Team chaired by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, on Friday in Abuja conducted a comprehensive review of its mid-term performance.

 

The review, which forms part of the team’s commitment to transparency and accountability in public communication, evaluated the effectiveness of its strategies in disseminating government policies, programmes and achievements to Nigerians and the international community.

 

In his opening remarks at the meeting, the minister expressed profound satisfaction with the growing synergy between key communication stakeholders within the government.

 

Idris commended the collaborative efforts between the Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation Agency as well as the heads of public information agencies, and presidential aides responsible for media, information, strategy, and communication.

 

He noted that this unity of purpose and coordination had significantly enhanced the quality, coherence and reach of public messaging on the policies and achievements of the Tinubu Administration.

 

According to the minister, the strengthened partnership has ensured that government communication is more strategic, evidence-based, and responsive to public concerns.

 

Idris also emphasised that the improved collaboration had contributed to building public trust and increasing awareness of the Renewed Hope Agenda’s impact across critical sectors.

 

The minister urged stakeholders to deepen the cooperation, maintain high standards of professionalism, and continue to speak with one voice in promoting the administration’s successes both nationally and internationally.

 

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the National Communication Team resolved to intensify efforts in showcasing the achievements of the Tinubu Administration.

 

NAN reports that these achievements were in sectors such as rural economy, infrastructure development, agriculture, and the ongoing fight against insecurity among others.

 

The team noted that these areas reflect tangible improvements in the lives of citizens and were central to the goals of the Renewed Hope Agenda.

 

To complement this effort, the minister urged the team to fine-tune its strategy toward the continuation of town hall meetings across the states of the Federation and the Federal Capital Territory.

 

He said the town hall meetings would serve as platforms for direct interaction between government representatives and the public, thereby fostering transparency, trust, and participatory governance.

 

Through the expanded outreach, he said the National Communication Team reaffirmed its commitment to building an inclusive national conversation.

 

This, he added, underscored the impact of government efforts while promoting civic participation and national unity.

 

The meeting was attended by the Managing Director of NAN, Ali Muhammad Ali, Directors General of NTÀ, Abdulhamid Dembos; FRCN, Mohammed Bulama, National Orientation Agency, Lanre Issa-Onilu, VON, Jibrin Baba Ndace, and ARCON, Olalekan Fadolapo.

 

Others were the Executive Secretary, Nigerian Press Council, Dili Ezegha, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga and Special Adviser to the President, Media and Public Communication, Sunday Dare.

 

Also present were the Special Adviser to the President on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Tope Ajayi and Senior Special Assistant to the President on Print Media, Abdulaziz Abdulaziz.

 

The rest were the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Digital Media, Otega Ogra, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Strategic Communication, Linda Akhigbe, and Special Assistant to the President on Public Affairs, Ali Audu.(NAN)

(www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Ismail Abdulaziz

Navy launches ORBANGAME Express 2025

Navy launches ORBANGAME Express 2025

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By Oladapo Udom

The ORBANGAME Express 2025 will focus on curbing small arms trafficking and enhancing maritime security in the Gulf of Guinea (GoG), says the Nigerian Navy.

Flag Officer Commanding Western Naval Command, Rear Adm. Micheal Oamen, representing the Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Adm. Emmanuel Ogalla, launched the exercise aboard Nigerian Navy Ship KADA.

Oamen stated that the exercise, taking place from May 9 to 13, would feature anti-smuggling and narcotics operations as key components of maritime security efforts.

“The Nigerian Navy will deploy six ships, two helicopters, maritime domain awareness assets and elements of the Special Boat Service (SBS) for this sea exercise,” he said.

He added that the exercise would unite partners from the GoG, the Americas, and Europe to evaluate Nigeria’s capacity for joint maritime security operations.

“Over time, this exercise has greatly improved Nigeria’s maritime security architecture and contributed meaningfully to regional stability,” he said.

Oamen noted that Exercise ORBANGAME EXPRESS is an annual multinational event initiated by the U.S. Navy in partnership with GoG nations’ navies.

He explained that since its inception in 2010, the exercise has grown, now including reputable naval forces from Africa, Europe, and the Americas.

“We are pleased to welcome the Spanish warship ESPS RELAMPAGO to this year’s edition of the exercise,” he said.

He expressed optimism that the exercise would enhance operational readiness and deepen international naval collaboration.

“At its conclusion, we expect to further strengthen our collective response to maritime crimes in the sub-region,” Oamen affirmed.

The FOC recalled that in March 2022, the International Maritime Bureau removed Nigeria from the piracy-prone list due to reduced incidents in its waters.

“According to the Nigerian Shippers Council, improved safety in the GoG has boosted trade, thanks to consistent naval operations and support from maritime stakeholders,” he noted.

Oamen expressed gratitude to President Bola Tinubu for his continued backing and to the CNS for providing essential logistical support to the Navy’s operations.

“As a Navy, we appreciate our partner navies, especially the U.S. and Spain, for their enduring commitment and key contributions to this exercise,” he said. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Kamal Tayo Oropo

FIFA approves 48 teams for Women’s World Cup from 2031

FIFA approves 48 teams for Women’s World Cup from 2031

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By Ijeoma Okigbo
The Women’s World Cup will be expanded from 32 to 48 teams from the 2031 edition onwards after the FIFA Council approved the proposal at a virtual meeting on Friday.

The 48-team World Cup will adopt a 12-group format, increasing the total number of matches from 64 to 104 – the same as the expanded men’s World Cup in 2026 – and extending the tournament by one week.

The 2027 Women’s World Cup, which will be held in Brazil, will have 32 teams.

The 2023 edition in Australia and New Zealand was the first to have 32 teams, up from 24 in the 2019 tournament hosted by France.

“This is not just about having 16 more teams playing in the FIFA Women’s World Cup but taking the next steps in relation to the women’s game in general,” FIFA President Gianni Infantino said in a statement.

“More FIFA member associations have the chance to benefit from the tournament to develop their women’s football structures from a holistic point of view,” he said.

The U.S. is poised to be named host of the 2031 Women’s World Cup as the only bid, making the third time the country will stage the tournament after previously hosting it in 1999 and 2003.

The United Kingdom is the sole bidder for the 2035 tournament. Hosts for the 2031 and 2035 editions are yet to be ratified.

Although there are concerns that games could be one-sided with 48 teams, Infantino said the 2023 edition showed sides are closing the gap on the elite.

The Women’s World Cup 2023, the first in which teams from all confederations won at least one game and teams from five confederations reached the knockout stage, among many other records, set a new standard for global competitiveness,” he added. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Joseph Edeh

Nigeria, China expand collaboration towards fostering economic opportunities

Nigeria, China expand collaboration towards fostering economic opportunities

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By Vivian Emoni

The Federal Government and Chinese Government have elevated bilateral relations to strengthen trade and digital economy towards fostering opportunities across both countries.

The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment, Amb. Nura Rimi, made this known in Abuja, while receiving a delegation from Zhejiang Province, China.

Rimi said that the engagement would advance regional cooperation.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the delegation was led by Mrs Wu Jing, Vice Chairman of the Standing Committee of Zhejiang Provincial People’s Congress.

Rimi said that the purpose of the visit was to discuss issues bothering on practical cooperation and broadening engagement across key sectors in the country.

He said that the sectors include textile, infrastructure, digital trade, fintech, hospitality, tourism, renewable energy, and the creative economy.

According to him, Nigeria and China elevate bilateral relations to comprehensive strategic partnership, strengthening trade, digital economy and regional collaboration

“Both countries have further deepened their longstanding friendship, with relations officially elevated to a comprehensive strategic partnership during the September 2024 Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) Summit.

“This milestone underscores the commitment of both nations to expanding bilateral ties, fostering economic opportunities and advancing regional cooperation,” he said.

Rimi highlighted Nigeria’s commitment to the One-China Policy and the strengthening of ties through platforms such as the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) and FOCAC.

While drawing parallels between Nigeria’s eight-point agenda and Zhejiang’s Double Eight Strategy, he emphasised the importance of regional cooperation across Nigeria’s geo-political zones to drive economic growth.

He said that the engagement would also focus on digital trade, adding that five of Africa’s nine unicorn companies were headquartered in Nigeria.

He expressed optimism about leveraging the strength for deeper cooperation in digital economy development, technological advancement and talent exchange.

Rimi encouraged broader Chinese investment in Nigeria’s renewable energy and hospitality sectors, and called for deeper sub-national collaborations.

Speaking earlier, Jing reaffirmed Zhejiang’s commitment to mutual cooperation with Nigeria.

She noted the province’s position as a trailblazer in China’s economic reforms, with a regional Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of nine trillion yuan in 2024.

According to her, 1,417 Zhejiang enterprises have invested approximately 320.3 million dollars in Nigeria, while 438 Nigerian businesses have invested 117.5 million dollars in Zhejiang.

She called on Nigerian stakeholders to participate in trade expos and digital forums, including the upcoming Global Digital Trade Expo in Hangzhou.

The two countries, however, expressed a strong desire to continue dialogue beyond the symbolic meeting, pledging to establish formal channels for exploring strategic investment areas. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Abdulfatai Beki/Kadiri Abdulrahman

Tinubu welcomes Qatar’s investment initiatives, affirms Nigeria’s readiness for partnership

Tinubu welcomes Qatar’s investment initiatives, affirms Nigeria’s readiness for partnership

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By Salif Atojoko

President Bola Tinubu says Nigeria is ready to partner Qatar to explore opportunities in the agricultural sector.

The President said this while receiving Dr Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al-Khulaifi, a special envoy from the Amir of the State of Qatar, at the State House on Friday.

Al-Khulaifi, Qatar’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, conveyed Amir’s strong interest in expanding bilateral cooperation.

He said that a high-level Qatari business delegation would visit Nigeria in the coming weeks to explore opportunities in agriculture, food security, and other critical sectors.

President Tinubu emphasised Nigeria’s readiness to build on the momentum generated by his state visit to Qatar in 2024, pledging to implement all bilateral agreements between the two countries.

He directed Sen. Abubakar Bagudu, the Minister of Budget and Economic Planning; Alhaji Mohammed Idris, the Minister of Information and National Orientation, and Amb. Yusuf Tuggar, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, to work together to ensure the timely execution of these agreements.

“To all the members of the delegation, I want to say a big thank you for coming to Nigeria. We are grateful to God for what we have experienced as partners in progress.

“I am also glad that the Amir of Qatar greatly remembers the issues discussed during my visit last year.

“Let me commend the brotherly relations between Qatar and Nigeria. The Ambassador knows that I take Qatar very seriously. We are willing to go further in our bilateral relations,” he said.

The President said the Qatari Government had demonstrated maturity and foresight in working for global peace and deserved commendation.

“I am proud of your efforts to bring peace and stability to the world. I see your efforts in human development, peace and prosperity.

“Like you, we are sandwiched between the challenge of terrorism and helping our neighbours. We are conscious of who is our friend and those helping us to ameliorate the problems,” he said.

President Tinubu also noted ongoing reforms to streamline Nigeria’s tax system, making it easier for foreign investors to do business in the country.

“We are making efforts to reform our tax system. Going by experiences of the past and the need to depart from old ways, our reforms have been hard.

He added that his administration made tough decisions so that the country could grow. “We are gradually seeing the light at the end of the tunnel.

The President said Nigeria’s partnership with Qatar could be improved by looking into food sovereignty and economic prosperity.

“We are doing well as much as we can as the leader in Africa. We want to continue to promote good relations with you. We are ready to do whatever we can do from here.

“We subscribe to peace efforts by your government. There can be no development without peace,” he added.

Al-Khulaifi conveyed the Amir’s desire to strengthen the strategic partnership with Nigeria, particularly in peace-building, agriculture, and petrochemicals.

He expressed pride in the current level of relations and looked forward to expanding both government-to-government and people-to-people ties.

“We are proud of the level of relations we have reached with Nigeria. I am very impressed with our partnership with the country, which is not just government to government but also people to people.

“Our Ambassador has been following up with the projects. We have much to do together in agriculture, food, and petrochemicals. We have some companies telling us that we should create a way for them to come into Nigeria,” he said.

Abdulaziz Al-Khulaifi, whose responsibilities include mediating peace in Africa and the Middle East, said some Qatari companies would visit Nigeria to discuss investment opportunities in agriculture.

“The message I have from His Highness, Amir of Qatar, is that he wants Nigeria to be a strategic partner in Africa,” he added. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Chinyere Joel-Nwokeoma

Shettima launches 2025 Hajj in Imo

Shettima launches 2025 Hajj in Imo

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By Peter Okolie

Vice-President Kashim Shettima, on Friday, launched the 2025 National Hajj Pilgrimage, urging the intending pilgrims to be good ambassadors of the country.

In a speech at the ceremony, held at the Sam Mbakwe International Cargo Airport Owerri, Shettima called for collective efforts to ensure a hitch-free exercise.

He emphasised the need for the country to learn from past exercises and avoid issues of negligence.

He urged those charged with logistical operations and support to see their responsibility as a trust from God, ensuring that every pilgrim departed and returned with heart full of gratitude.

He charged the pilgrims to see themselves beyond being spiritual travellers.

“You are ambassadors of Nigeria. You carry with you not only yourself but also the pride and dignity of this nation.

“The president in his characteristic foresight has made available all the necessary resources to ensure the success of the 2025 Hajj,” the vice president said.

He affirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to protect, support and elevate every Nigerian.

Shettima, however, commended Gov. Hope Uzodimma of Imo for fostering an atmosphere of religious tolerance, mutual respect and inclusion, and his commitment to the Nigerian project.

In a speech, Uzodimma said the airlift of the 315 pilgrims from Imo, Abia, and Bayelsa marked the first international flight from Sam Mbakwe International Cargo Airport.

“This airport, built over 40 years ago through communal contributions and collective effort, is widely recognised as the first of its kind in Africa.

“That it now serves as a departure point for an international pilgrimage reflects not just our history, but how far we have come,” he said.

The governor also said that on assumption of office, his administration resolved to ensure the airport met international aviation standards.

He said: “We upgraded the runway, installed night-landing equipment, strengthened the aviation security, and rebuilt the access road, now named Bola Tinubu Drive.

“These steps were taken deliberately to reposition the airport for full international operations.

“I thank President Tinubu for the approvals that made this possible.

“I also acknowledge the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development and his team for their support.

“We are grateful to the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria for choosing Imo as the host of this year’s inaugural flight,” he further said.

The governor charged the intending pilgrims, who were the first Nigerians to depart for Hajj in 2025, to travel in the spirit of the mission, uphold discipline, reverence, and national honour that the journey required.

“You carry not just your personal intentions, but the image of your state and country,” he said.

He said that the maiden Hajj flight also highlighted Imo as a state that embraces diversity, religious tolerance and peaceful coexistence.

Uzodimma disclosed that Christian pilgrims would also depart for the Holy Land from the same airport in June, “underlining, yet again, our shared values of faith and unity”.

He said the launch opened a new economic window for Imo, with improved infrastructure and rising investor confidence, boosting business and tourism prospects.

He said that the Oguta Lake dredging was underway, with an expansion in the energy access, leveraging gas reserves for inclusive and sustainable growth.

He also commended the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria for its effort in facilitating the pilgrimage.

In a remark, the Sultan of Sokoto and President, Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, Alhaji Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar, expressed gratitude to Uzodimma for his role in ensuring the successful hosting of the event.

Abubakar also thanked him for consistently accommodating all faiths in the state.

He urged the intending pilgrims to pray for Nigeria’s leaders, peace, stability and unity in the country. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Sam Oditah

Commission reafirms commitment to transparency, accountability for financial management

Commission reafirms commitment to transparency, accountability for financial management

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By Vivian Emoni

The Executive Chairman, Fiscal Responsibility Commission (FRC), Mr Victor Muruako, has reaffirmed the commission’s commitment on transparency and accountability.

Muruako said this while receiving a delegation from Socio-Economic Research and Development Centre (SERDEC), in Abuja.

He said that such commitment would help to promote fiscal openness and responsible public financial management.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the visit, led by the SERDEC representatives, is part of ongoing advocacy efforts around the Open Government Partnership (OGP).

The Chairman said that the advocacy was to strengthen engagement with institutions to promoting fiscal openness and responsible public financial management.

He welcomed the initiative and expressed the commission’s readiness to collaborate with SERDEC and other relevant organisations.

He emphasised the commission’s active role in anti-corruption efforts, notably through its membership in the Technical Unit on Governance and Anti-Corruption Reform (TUGAR).

Muruako also praised President Bola Tinubu’s fiscal reforms and expressed full support for the push toward Local Government Autonomy.

He said that the local government officials must first be trained in budgeting and fiscal responsibility to ensure effective implementation.

According to him, the FRC has a broad mandate but faces financial constraints in fulfilling its responsibilities.

He said that efforts were underway to amend the Fiscal Responsibility Act, 2007 to enhance revenue generation into the Consolidated Revenue Fund.

He, however, assured SERDEC of the commission’s openness to partnership.

“Our collaboration machinery is ready and waiting. We look forward to working together to achieve our shared vision of open and accountable governance.

“This visit marks a significant step toward deepening civil society, government collaboration in advancing Nigeria’s fiscal governance and transparency agenda,” he said.

Earlier, Mr Tijani Abdulkareem, Executive Director, SERDEC, said that the purpose of the visit, was to explore alignment between the FRC’s mandate and OGP commitments.

According to him, the visit is to propose collaboration on fiscal transparency initiatives and present strategic recommendations to enhance the commission’s public engagement and digital innovation.

“SERDEC recognises the pivotal role FRC plays in enforcing fiscal discipline, monitoring public expenditure, and ensuring budget compliance.

“These functions directly support the goals of the OGP, especially in promoting transparency, anti-corruption and citizen participation,” he said.

He said that SERDEC had presented several advocacy points including increased public access to FRC’s reports and fiscal data in simplified formats. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Kadiri Abdulrahman

Minister tasks ITF board  to address industries’ needs

Minister tasks ITF board  to address industries’ needs

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By Vivian Emoni

The Minister of State for Industry, Sen. John Enoh, has urged the newly inaugurated board of Industrial Training Fund (ITF), to implement programmes that would address industries’ need in the country.

Enoh said this while inaugurating the Governing Board of the ITF on Thursday in Abuja.

He urged the board to develop and implement training programmes that would address the current and future needs of various industries in the country.

“Secondly, I expect the board to foster partnerships with industry, the academia and other stakeholders to ensure the relevance and effectiveness of the training programmes.

”Then finally, I expect that the board is going to ensure that the ITF resources are utilise efficiently and effectively to maximise impact, ” he said.

The minister said that President Bola Tinubu’s eight-point agenda involved diversification through industrialisation and digitisation.

He said that the entire world was in an era where technology and digitisation had become the imperative.

“Leadership of the board can get the ITF to run those kinds of training programmes that can actually respond to the need,” he said.

Enoh said that the inauguration marked a pivotal moment in Nigeria’s drive to bridge workforce skill gaps and align talent development with industry demands.

He emphasised the critical role of the ITF in preparing Nigeria’s workforce for a highly competitive global economy.

He tasked the board to advocate for technology-driven training programmes, industry-academia partnerships, and strategic resource utilisation to accelerate progress.

“As this board is inaugurated today, I charge you with the responsibility of staring ITF toward achieving its mandates.

“I believe that your expertise, experience and dedication will continue to be instrumental in terms of your ability.

“So you are meant to contribute and to help in terms of the delivery of the mandates of the ITF,” he said.

Speaking, the Chairman of the board, Mr Hamma Alikumo, said the board would ensure that it achieved the mandates of the ITF.

Alikuma thanked the president, the minister and other members of the board for the success of the programme. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Maureen Ojinaka/Kadiri Abdulrahman

LP DG decries internal wrangling, calls for unity

LP DG decries internal wrangling, calls for unity

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By Wandoo Sombo

Mr Marcel Ngogbehei, Director-General of the Directorate of Mobilisation and Integration of the Labour Party (LP), has bemoaned the intensifying internal wrangling within the party.

Ngogbehei, in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja, described the trend as a dangerous distraction from its core mission of offering credible opposition and hope to Nigerians.

He spoke against the backdrop of the recent suspension of Abia Governor, Dr Alex Otti, and five others by the Julius Abure-led faction of the party, and the counter-suspension of Abure by a faction reportedly led by Sen. Nenadi Usman.

He expressed disappointment that at a time when Nigerians were grappling with economic hardship, insecurity, and governance challenges, LP, once viewed as a beacon of hope, had descended into internal chaos.

“The recent suspension of Gov. Otti and five others, alongside the purported suspension of the party’s national chairman, Abure, by a self-styled caretaker committee led by Usman, has sparked controversy and concern among observers,” he said.

“This unfolding drama reflects a troubling display of arrogance and immaturity within the party’s ranks.

“Instead of fostering unity and strengthening internal structures, certain actors are prioritising power struggles and factional intrigue,” Ngogbehei added.

He questioned the legitimacy of the caretaker committee, noting that legal and political analysts had raised doubts about its authority, underscoring a deeper leadership crisis within the party.

“At such a critical moment in Nigeria’s history, with millions struggling to survive, the party should be focused on governance and meaningful opposition, not internal games that threaten its credibility,” he said.

Ngogbehei described Otti as a symbol of effective subnational leadership, praised for his focus on transparency and reform.

He, however, warned that factional battles might risk tainting that legacy.

“Attempts to discredit the very party that provided him a platform raise serious questions about the true motivations behind these factional conflicts,” he noted.

He affirmed that the LP under Abure remained committed to restoring internal order and maintaining the goodwill it had earned from Nigerians.

“This is a time for unity, maturity, and statesmanship, not division.

“If Usman and her allies cannot embrace this, they risk destroying the party’s potential to lead Nigeria into a new era,” Ngogbehei added. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Kevin Okunzuwa

Peaceful reunification will address Taiwan question – Chinese expert

Peaceful reunification will address Taiwan question – Chinese expert

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By Sarafina Christopher

Mr Zhu Songbo, Director, Political Section, Chinese Embassy in Nigeria said that achieving peaceful reunification and One Country, Two Systems approach is key to addressing the Taiwan question.

Zhu said this during a media salon on the “One-China Policy as the bedrock of China-Nigeria relations” on Thursday in Abuja.

He affirmed that open dialogue and mutual respect among all relevant parties are vital in achieving the goal.

Emphasising the essence of peaceful reunification, Zhu said, “We are eager to engage in constructive discussions with all stakeholders in Taiwan to bridge the political differences under the umbrella of the one-China principle.

Regarding the One Country, Two Systems framework, he explained how it serves as a mechanism to facilitate a harmonious reunification process.

He reiterated the Chinese government’s commitment to allowing Taiwan to maintain its societal structures and enjoy a considerable level of self-governance post-reunification.

“We maintain that after peaceful reunification, Taiwan may continue its current social system and enjoy a high degree of autonomy in accordance with the law.

“The two social systems will develop side by side for a long time to come.

“We will give full consideration to the realities in Taiwan and the views and proposals from all walks of life on both sides, and fully accommodate the interests and sentiments of our compatriots in Taiwan,” he said.

Zhu also underlined that the Taiwan Question is deeply rooted in historical contexts, primarily stemming from the Chinese Civil War, and remains an internal matter for China.

He condemned any attempts at promoting separatism or ‘Taiwan independence’, reiterating China’s steadfast support for the One-China principle and its opposition to any divisive actions.

Commending the Federal Republic of Nigeria for upholding the one- China policy, Zhu highlighted the long-standing diplomatic relations between China and Nigeria based on mutual respect and recognition.

‘Nigeria recognises the Government of the People’s Republic of China as the sole legal Government representing the whole of the Chinese people’.

“Since that, Nigeria has adhered to the one-China principle. China appreciates Nigeria’s effort, including the relocation of the Taipei Trade Office in Nigeria out of Abuja in recent years.

Prof. Sheriff Ibrahim, Head of the Department of Political Science and International Relations, UniAbuja and Director, Centre for Contemporary China-Africa Research emphasised the vital role of embracing peaceful reunification in strengthening China-Nigeria relations.

He urged Taiwan to align with this vision, asserting that any challenge to the One-China Policy would prove futile.

“Nigeria stands firm in its commitment to the one-China principle and will not entertain any disruptions to this enduring bond with China,” Ibrahim said.(NAN)(www.nannews.com.ng)

Edited by Emmanuel Yashim

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