The Federal Government of Nigeria has formally congratulated Dr. Khalilur Rahman following his appointment as the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh.
In a statement signed by the Ministry’s spokesperson Kimiebi Ebienfa, the Honourable Minister, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, OON, extended his “warmest congratulations” to his Bangladeshi counterpart. The Ministry expressed optimism that Dr. Rahman’s leadership would mark a pivotal chapter in the diplomatic history between the two nations.
Strengthening Commonwealth Ties
The statement, highlighted the deep-rooted “cordial and brotherly relations” shared by Nigeria and Bangladesh. These ties are anchored in:
- Shared Commonwealth values and mutual respect.
- A joint commitment to international peace and sustainable development.
- Advocacy for the reform of global governance structures.
Future Cooperation
Ambassador Tuggar noted that the Nigerian government is eager to expand the scope of its partnership with Dhaka. The Ministry identified several key sectors for immediate bilateral engagement, including:
- Trade and Investment: Expanding economic corridors between the two regions.
- Technology & Capacity Building: Leveraging shared expertise for human capital development.
”We are confident that under Dr. Rahman’s distinguished leadership, the bonds of friendship and cooperation between our two nations will be further strengthened and expanded,” the statement concluded.
