NIGERIA CONGRATULATES THE REPUBLIC OF NIGER ON HER NATIONAL DAY ANNIVERSARY

Amb. Yusuf Maitama Tuggar 
Nigeria's Minister for Foreign Affairs 

"Nigeria extends warm regards to the Government and people of the Republic of Niger and wishes them continued resilience, national cohesion, and progress in the years ahead. 

"Nigeria and the Republic of Niger share deep-rooted ties founded on mutual respect, cultural affinity, and longstanding cooperation."

Nigeria's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, has conveyed sincere congratulations to His Excellency Bakary Yaou Sangaré, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Cooperation and Nigeriens Abroad of the Republic of Niger, as the nation commemorates its National Day.

In a Press Statement signed by Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, Spokesperson, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Abuja, it stated that, "This national celebration reflects the historic struggle and collective resolve of the Nigerien people in attaining self-governance and shaping their national identity. 

"As a close neighbour bound by geography, history, and shared communities, Nigeria joins Niger in recognising this important milestone and honours the enduring spirit of unity and perseverance that defines the nation.

"Nigeria and the Republic of Niger share deep-rooted ties founded on mutual respect, cultural affinity, and longstanding cooperation. Over the years, both countries have worked closely in areas such as border security, regional stability, trade facilitation, agriculture, and infrastructure development, while maintaining continuous dialogue through regional and international mechanisms, including ECOWAS, the African Union, the Lake Chad Basin Commission, and the United Nations.

"On this occasion, Nigeria reaffirms her commitment to constructive engagement with the Republic of Niger and expresses readiness to sustain dialogue, strengthen collaboration, and support initiatives that contribute to peace, stability, and development within the sub-region.

"Nigeria extends warm regards to the Government and people of the Republic of Niger and wishes them continued resilience, national cohesion, and progress in the years ahead. The statement reads.