The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has urged Nigeria to adopt a more strategic approach in its economic engagement with China to accelerate industrialisation and boost domestic manufacturing capacity. Sanusi made the call on Wednesday at the “Nigeria–China at 55 and Beyond” dialogue held in Abuja. The event wasContinue Reading
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Tuesday exchanged congratulations with his Nigerian counterpart, Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, on the 55th anniversary of diplomatic ties between the two countries. In his message, Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, said that sinceContinue Reading
By H.E. YU Dunhai On February 10, 1971, the People’s Republic of China and the Federal Republic of Nigeria formally established diplomatic relations. Time has flown by, and today, on February 10, 2026, we celebrate a truly significant moment in our history: the 55th anniversary of our diplomatic ties. OverContinue Reading
By Lawal Sale The Director-General and Global Liaison of the Nigeria–China Strategic Partnership (NCSP), Mr. Joseph Tegbe, has reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to deepening its Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with China, as the two countries mark 55 years of diplomatic relations. Speaking on Saturday at the Chinese New Year Temple FairContinue Reading
By Lawal Sale The People’s Republic of China has reiterated its Commitment to Deepening ties with Nigeria just as the two countries are set to mark 55 years of establishing diplomatic relations. This was stated on Saturday by the Chargé de Affairs of the Embassy of the People’s RepublicContinue Reading
Commentary by – Lawal Sale February 2026 marks a symbolic and historic convergence in Nigeria–China relations. It is the Year of the Horse in the Chinese lunar calendar and also the year Nigeria and China commemorate 55 years of enduring diplomatic relations. Interestingly, horses feature prominently on Nigeria’s coatContinue Reading
By Lawal Sale Nigeria has reaffirmed its strong commitment to its Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with China and adherence to the One-China principle, as the Director-General of the Nigeria–China Strategic Partnership (NCSP), Mr. Joseph Tegbe, hosted a high-powered delegation from the Chinese Embassy in Abuja. The delegation was led by Mr.Continue Reading
The Director-General of the Nigeria–China Strategic Partnership (NCSP), Mr. Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe, has extended warm Christmas and New Year greetings to the good people of Nigeria and China as they celebrate the yuletide season. In a goodwill message, Tegbe described Christmas as a season that embodies the enduring valuesContinue Reading
By our Correspondent Chinese Embassy in Abuja on Thursday hosted the inaugural China–Nigeria GovExchange Program Alumni Reunion Gala. In his keynote speech, Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, H.E. Yu Dunhai stated that the inaugural event brought together over 200 alumni and representatives from across Nigeria’s public and private sectors. AmbassadorContinue Reading
By our Correspondent During his meeting on Thursday with Nigeria’s Minister of Finance and Coordinating Economy, Wale Edun, Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Nigeria, Yu Dunhai stated that relations between China and Nigeria have entered a new phase of accelerated development, yielding tangible outcomes across multipleContinue Reading
