Nigeria and China have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations, leveraging decades of shared history and economic opportunities. This pledge was made at a refception in Lagos celebrating the 76th anniversary of the People'…  | By Busola Bamidele on September 27, 2025 | Nigeria and China have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations, leveraging decades of shared history and economic opportunities. This pledge was made at a refception in Lagos celebrating the 76th anniversary of the People's Republic of China and 56 years of Nigeria–China diplomatic ties. Hon. Jaafaru Yakubu, Chairman of the House Committee on China-Nigeria Parliamentary Relations, hailed the partnership for delivering visible gains in infrastructure, trade, and cultural exchange. Read also He reiterated Nigeria's resolve to remain a reliable partner in building "a community with a shared future." Chinese Consul General in Lagos, Ms. Yan Yuqing, revealed that bilateral trade hit $21.89 billion in 2024, positioning Nigeria as China's second-largest trading partner in Africa. She stressed that people-to-people exchanges remain key to sustaining growth. Marking a symbolic October 1—China's National Day and Nigeria's Independence Day—both countries expressed confidence that deeper cooperation will drive mutual development and promote global peace and stability. | | | |
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