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Nigeria-EU Renew Strategic Ties at 8th Ministerial Dialogue in Abuja
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By Gloria Ikibah
Nigeria and the European Union have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral relations and expanding cooperation across key sectors following the 8th Nigeria–EU Ministerial Dialogue held in Abuja on Monday.
The high-level meeting, which took place at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, brought together senior officials from both sides to review existing ties and map out new avenues for collaboration under the theme, “Partnership for Sustainable Development and Security.”
Leading Nigeria’s delegation, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, described the relationship between both parties as longstanding and strategic.
He said: “The enduring and strategic nature of Nigeria–EU relations is anchored on mutual respect, shared values, and commitment to multilateralism. This Dialogue reflects a shared determination to deliver tangible outcomes that positively impact citizens.”
The European Union delegation was headed by Kaja Kallas, High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, who reaffirmed the bloc’s commitment to Nigeria as a key partner on the African continent.
In her remarks, she stated that the EU remains committed to strengthening cooperation in “peace and security, trade and investment, digital transformation, climate action, and migration management.”
Security featured prominently in the discussions, with both sides addressing counterterrorism efforts, maritime security in the Gulf of Guinea, and instability in the Sahel region. Nigeria commended the EU’s continued backing, particularly its support for the Multinational Joint Task Force.
Both parties acknowledged the growing complexity of security challenges in West Africa and stressed the need for coordinated responses, including sustained support for regional frameworks.
Economic cooperation also took centre stage, with the EU reaffirming its position as one of Nigeria’s leading trade and investment partners. With more than 200 European companies currently operating in Nigeria, both sides agreed to broaden engagement beyond hydrocarbons into agriculture, manufacturing, and the digital economy.
The EU highlighted ongoing investments under its Global Gateway initiative, covering sectors such as digital infrastructure, healthcare, agriculture, and energy.
On climate and energy, discussions underscored the importance of a balanced transition to renewable sources. Nigeria reiterated its commitment to global climate obligations but raised concerns about the potential impact of the EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism on developing economies.
Both parties agreed to continue dialogue on climate financing, technology transfer, and equitable transition frameworks.
The meeting also spotlighted Nigeria’s emergence as a digital innovation hub, with calls for deeper cooperation in research, digital payments, and startup financing, as well as participation in EU programmes like Horizon Europe.
Migration issues were also addressed, with both sides emphasising the need for humane and forward-looking approaches. Progress was recorded on the Nigeria–EU Readmission Agreement, which was initialled during the dialogue.
Discussions further explored legal migration pathways, labour mobility, and joint efforts to combat human trafficking and irregular migration.
Humanitarian cooperation formed another key pillar of the talks. Nigeria expressed appreciation for EU support to internally displaced persons and ongoing efforts to provide durable solutions for affected communities.
At the close of the meeting, both sides reaffirmed their commitment to advancing cooperation across priority areas, including security, trade, governance, migration, and sustainable development.
The dialogue marks another milestone in Nigeria–EU relations, with both parties expressing readiness to translate their commitments into concrete actions aimed at promoting stability, prosperity, and long-term development.
Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said on Wednesday claimed that they launched missile and drone attacks on United States military installations in Bahrain and Kuwait, in what they described as retaliation for fresh US strikes on Iran.
This development further escalated tensions in the Gulf, coming hours after Washington carried out a new wave of military attacks on Iranian targets following alleged attacks on commercial tankers in the Strait of Hormuz.
According to reports, Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said it carried out a joint operation against “US military facilities, including Bahrain’s Fifth Naval District at Bandar Salman and Ali Al Salem Air Base in Kuwait.”
The Guards also claimed that they shot down a US MQ-9 drone during the operation, although the claim had not been independently verified.
Air raid sirens reportedly sounded in Bahrain and Kuwait as the attacks unfolded.
The Kuwaiti army said its air defence systems were confronting “hostile” missile and drone attacks, while authorities in Bahrain also confirmed the activation of air defence measures.
The latest strikes followed a fresh US military operation against Iran and Washington’s decision to revoke a licence that had allowed Tehran to sell oil.
The US said its action was in response to attacks on three commercial tankers transiting the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most important oil shipping routes.
The US Central Command (CENTCOM) said more than 60 boats belonging to the Revolutionary Guards were among the targets hit during its operation.
Recall that CENTCOM is one of the unified combatant commands of the United States Armed Forces. Established in January 1983, it is responsible for directing and overseeing U.S. military operations and diplomatic partnerships across a vast, strategic area of the globe.
According to Investing, CENTCOM said in a statement, “The unwarranted aggression by Iranian forces is a clear and dangerous violation of the ceasefire and undermines freedom of navigation.”
The body of 39-year-old Anastasia Berezovskaya, a Ukrainian national wanted by authorities in Monaco concerning the recent bombing, has been found dead near Kyiv in Ukraine with gunshot wounds to the head.
The June 29 blast targeted Ukrainian business tycoon Vadym Yermolayev, injuring him, his partner, and a child. An international manhunt was launched after the attack, while Interpol issued a Red Notice.
Ukraine’s Security Service (SBU) confirmed the death of Berezovskaya on Tuesday, days after the country’s law enforcement agencies, led by the National Police, began a pre-trial investigation into her participation.
The probe revealed the suspect arrived in Ukraine on July 1 and spoke with her family and two men. The first is an ex-law enforcement officer; the second works at the Military Directorate of the Internal Affairs Ministry.
The SBU noted that the individuals were possibly involved in the attempted murder in Monaco, as both men had repeatedly made transfers to Berezovskaya’s crypto and bank accounts.
During search actions, an employee of the GUR MOU (Ukraine’s military intelligence service) reported the killing of Berezovskaya, which he claimed to have committed together with another defendant.
The latter, according to the SBU, disclosed that he did not inform his superiors about his contacts with Berezovskaya, the transfer of funds to her, and any other actions he took, and acted on his own accord.
Also, a basement room in the form of a “torture chamber” was discovered amid a raid of the former law enforcement officer’s home. The suspects are being held on suspicion of murder in a premeditated conspiracy.
Ukraine said its relevant agencies are working with the Principality of Monaco and the Prosecutor General’s Office, while continuing to identify all the culprits and other persons involved in the attempted homicide.
US forces launched “powerful” strikes on Tuesday against Iran in response to attacks on three ships in the Strait of Hormuz, the US military said.
“The US strikes are in response to Iranian attacks on three commercial vessels that were transiting the Strait of Hormuz” and will “impose heavy costs for targeting and attacking commercial shipping,” US Central Command said in a post on X.
“Iran’s demonstrated aggression was unwarranted, dangerous, and a clear violation of the ceasefire,” it added.
A ceasefire took effect on April 8, but sporadic violence has continued in the Gulf region, including attacks on ships by Tehran’s forces and US strikes on Iran.
Tuesday’s strikes were the first by US forces on Iran since a series of air raids late last month that Washington also said were in response to attacks on commercial vessels by Tehran’s forces.
AFP
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