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German President Steinmeier Visits Tinubu At State House In Abuja [Photos/Video]

German President, Frank-Walter Steinmeier arrived at the State House on Wednesday for a meeting with President Bola Tinubu, following his arrival in Nigeria on Tuesday.

Upon landing at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja on Tuesday, Steinmeier was welcomed by Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory.

The German president’s visit, which runs until December 12, 2024, includes several key engagements. He has already met with President Tinubu and inspected the Guard of Honour.

Steinmeier is also set to hold discussions with Alieu Omar Touray, President of the ECOWAS Commission, among others.

After his engagements in Abuja, the German President will head to Lagos, where he plans to interact with business leaders, explore a start-up hub, and connect with notable figures in Nigeria’s cultural and civil society sectors, including Dr. Nike Okundaye and Prof. Wole Soyinka.

While in Lagos, Steinmeier will also take a tour of the city, gaining insights into its urban development challenges, including environmental and social issues, as part of his broader diplomatic visit.

See the photos below:

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KanyiDaily recalls that South African President, Cyril Ramaphosa recently welcomed President Bola Tinubu at Tuynhuys in Cape Town for the 11th Session of the Bi-National Commission between South Africa and Nigeria.

Tobias Sylvester

Tobias Sylvester is the news editor for Kanyi Daily News and is based in Lagos. Contact Tobias at editor@kanyidaily.com. Got a confidential tip? Submit it here

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