PM Modi’s visit to Nigeria: Immense scope for cooperation
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PM Modi’s visit to Nigeria: Immense scope for cooperation

Firstpost  

Nigeria is an important destination for Indian business and there is great potential to explore. Engineers India Limited is the project management company for the Dangote Group of Nigeria’s the largest Petrochemical and Fertilizer Complex worth $2.5 billion which is currently the second largest in the world. India’s Support for Nigerian Military India strongly supported independence of African countries from colonial rule and established its diplomatic mission in 1958 — two years before Nigeria officially gained independence from British rule. Since 1964, India has been supporting Nigeria’s efforts in capacity building under the Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation Programme. The cultural exchange between Indian and Africa is promising and there is potential for India’s Bollywood to engage more rigorously with Nigeria’s Nollywood.

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India’s strategic focus on West Africa
3 months, 4 weeks ago

India’s strategic focus on West Africa

The Hindu  

Last month, on his way to Brazil to participate in the G-20 Summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi made a strategic halt in Nigeria. During his first two terms, Mr. Modi travelled to 10 African countries, including Uganda, where he delivered a historic speech outlining India’s vision of Africa. The importance accorded to India by Nigeria was evident from the very …

PM Modi gifts Nigerian President a masterpiece of Kolhapur’s traditional silver craft | PIC INSIDE
4 months, 2 weeks ago

PM Modi gifts Nigerian President a masterpiece of Kolhapur’s traditional silver craft | PIC INSIDE

India TV News  

Abuja: Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented the Nigerian President with a Silofar Panchamrit Kalash during their recent meeting, in a gesture reflecting India's rich heritage. Image Source : ANISilofar Panchamrit Kalash The Prime Minister presented the gift to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as he held wide-ranging talks during his recent visit to Abuja. PM Modi held productive meeting with Nigerian …

India gives priority to Nigeria ties: Modi
4 months, 2 weeks ago

India gives priority to Nigeria ties: Modi

Hindustan Times  

India and Nigeria on Sunday agreed to work together to address the priorities and developmental aspirations of the Global South even as Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu discussed ways to enhance cooperation in defence, security and trade. Prime Minister Narendra Modi holds a certificate of Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger as he poses …

PM Modi’s Nigeria visit boosts strategic ties and Global South support
4 months, 2 weeks ago

PM Modi’s Nigeria visit boosts strategic ties and Global South support

Firstpost  

In his first visit to Nigeria, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi was hosted by President Bola Tinubu in capital Abuja, where both spoke of a new chapter in their strategic partnerships in the areas of defense, energy, technology, trade and development. The leaders of Nigeria and India pledged stronger ties in maritime security and counterterrorism during a meeting on Sunday …

5 takeaways after PM Modi's meeting with Nigerian President Bola Tinubu
4 months, 2 weeks ago

5 takeaways after PM Modi's meeting with Nigerian President Bola Tinubu

Firstpost  

“Our cooperation is very strong and there are many new possibilities as well for us to take our cooperation forward,” PM Modi said Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President of Nigeria Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the G20 summit. Image courtesy X Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s landmark visit to Nigeria, the first by an Indian leader in 17 years, saw several …

Modi becomes first Indian PM to visit Nigeria in 17 years; gets highest award
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Modi becomes first Indian PM to visit Nigeria in 17 years; gets highest award

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi: India and Nigeria on Sunday agreed to work together to address the priorities and developmental aspirations of the Global South even as Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu discussed ways to enhance cooperation in defence, security and trade. Abuja, Nov 17 : Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu confers the Grand Commander of The Order of …

PM Narendra Modi receives prestigious Nigerian award, vows to strengthen India-Nigeria ties
4 months, 2 weeks ago

PM Narendra Modi receives prestigious Nigerian award, vows to strengthen India-Nigeria ties

Live Mint  

Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu conferred the national award, the "Grand Commander of the Order of Niger", on Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a prestigious ceremony at the State House in Abuja on Sunday. After receiving Nigeria's highest national award, the Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed that the recognition will motivate him …

Indian and Nigerian leaders pledge stronger security ties and support for Global South
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Indian and Nigerian leaders pledge stronger security ties and support for Global South

Associated Press  

ABUJA, Nigeria — The leaders of Nigeria and India pledged stronger ties in maritime security and counterterrorism during a meeting on Sunday where they also agreed on more support for Global South nations. Modi has often touted India as the voice of the Global South, the group of countries primarily considered developing nations, including Nigeria, but which also includes China …

India, Nigeria renew strategic ties as both seek greater global influence
4 months, 2 weeks ago

India, Nigeria renew strategic ties as both seek greater global influence

Firstpost  

PM Modi’s visit to Nigeria was billed by New Delhi as a meeting of the largest democracy in the world and the largest in Africa, “natural partners” as both push for a more central role in world affairs. India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu met to renew what they called the “strategic partnership” between the giants …

‘Strategic Partnership With Nigeria A High Priority’: PM Modi, Prez Tinubu Discuss Defence, Trade, And Energy
4 months, 2 weeks ago

‘Strategic Partnership With Nigeria A High Priority’: PM Modi, Prez Tinubu Discuss Defence, Trade, And Energy

ABP News  

Abuja, Nov 17 India accords high priority to its strategic partnership with Nigeria, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Sunday as he held wide-ranging talks with Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu with a focus on shoring up bilateral cooperation in sectors such as defence, trade and energy. "We give high priority to our strategic partnership with Nigeria.I am confident that …

‘India gives high priority to strategic partnership with Nigeria’: PM Modi
4 months, 2 weeks ago

‘India gives high priority to strategic partnership with Nigeria’: PM Modi

Hindustan Times  

In Nigeria for the first leg of his three-nation tour, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said India accords “high priority” to its strategic partnership with the host nation. PM Narendra Modi and Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu “We give high priority to our strategic partnership with Nigeria…I am confident that a new chapter in our ties will begin following …

PM Modi Honoured with Nigeria's Prestigious GCON Award
4 months, 2 weeks ago

PM Modi Honoured with Nigeria's Prestigious GCON Award

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred Nigeria's highest national honour, the Grand Commander of the Order of Niger, during his visit to Abuja on Sunday. During his visit, Modi held talks with Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to review and enhance the bilateral Strategic Partnership between the two nations. Modi praised the contributions of the 60,000-strong Indian community …

Nigeria to honour PM Modi with Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Nigeria to honour PM Modi with Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger

Op India  

Nigeria will honour Prime Minister Narendra Modi with the Grand Commander of The Order of the Niger. Upon his arrival, PM Modi was warmly welcomed by Nyesom Ezenwo Wike, Minister for Federal Capital Territory in Abuja, the capital city of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. PM Modi issued a statement indicating his first stop in Nigeria, following President Bola Ahmed …

Nigeria to award PM Modi Grand Commander of The Order of the Niger, 17th international honour
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Nigeria to award PM Modi Grand Commander of The Order of the Niger, 17th international honour

Live Mint  

Nigeria will honour Prime Minister Narendra Modi with the Grand Commander of The Order of the Niger, making him the second foreign dignitary to receive this prestigious award. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on a three-nation tour to Nigeria, Brazil and Guyana scheduled from November 17 to November 21.PM Modi issued a statement indicating his first stop in Nigeria, following …

India stepping out of comfort zone, embracing innovation: PM in Nigeria
4 months, 2 weeks ago

India stepping out of comfort zone, embracing innovation: PM in Nigeria

India Today  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing the Indian diaspora in Nigeria's capital, Abuja, emphasised India's transformative journey of innovation and progress, calling it the hallmark of a confident and ambitious nation. This marks Narendra Modi's first visit to Nigeria as Prime Minister, a moment he described warmly, beginning his speech with the local greeting, "Sannu, Nigeria," which translates to "Hello Nigeria". …

PM Modi embarks on 5-day trip to Nigeria, Brazil and Guyana: Here's what's on the cards
4 months, 2 weeks ago

PM Modi embarks on 5-day trip to Nigeria, Brazil and Guyana: Here's what's on the cards

Firstpost  

PM called the trip an opportunity to build upon strategic partnership which will be based on shared belief in democracy and pluralism On Saturday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on a five-day visit to Nigeria, Brazil and Guyana. I will take part in the G20 Summit in Brazil and… — Narendra Modi November 16, 2024 “Over the next few days, …

As PM Modi heads to Nigeria, here are 5 things about India-Nigeria ties
4 months, 2 weeks ago

As PM Modi heads to Nigeria, here are 5 things about India-Nigeria ties

Firstpost  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Nigeria aims to strengthen India’s ties in diplomacy, trade, and culture, with a focus on expanding India’s global presence in forums like G20 and Caricom Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President of Nigeria Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the G20 summit. Bilateral visits The two nations and their leaders developed a friendship, mutual respect, and …

Modi to visit Nigeria, Brazil and Guyana from November 16
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Modi to visit Nigeria, Brazil and Guyana from November 16

Deccan Chronicle  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Nigeria, Brazil, and Guyana from November 16, 2024, the Ministry of External Affairs announced on Wednesday. At the invitation of Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Modi will visit Nigeria on November 16-17, marking the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to the country in 17 years. During his visit, Modi will review the …

PM Narendra Modi to visit Nigeria, Brazil, Guyana from November 16
4 months, 3 weeks ago

PM Narendra Modi to visit Nigeria, Brazil, Guyana from November 16

The Hindu  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be visiting Nigeria, Brazil and Guyana from November 16, 2024, Ministry of External Affairs said in a statement on Wednesday. During the visit, the Prime Minister is scheduled to hold talks to review the strategic partnership between India and Nigeria and discuss further avenues to enhance the bilateral relationship. During the visit, the Prime Minister …

India, Nigeria to increase cooperation in energy, UPI, local currency settlement to enhance economic ties
11 months ago

India, Nigeria to increase cooperation in energy, UPI, local currency settlement to enhance economic ties

The Hindu  

India and Nigeria have identified areas such as crude oil, natural gas, pharmaceuticals, Unified Payments Interface, local currency settlement system, and power sector to increase cooperation for boosting economic ties. The commerce ministry on May 3 said that these issues among others were discussed during a recent visit of a seven-member delegation from India to Nigeria. "These include resolving of …

Strengthening Nigeria-India ties is a win-win situation all round
1 year, 6 months ago

Strengthening Nigeria-India ties is a win-win situation all round

Hindustan Times  

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s G20 Summit visit to India, on the special invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is coming almost exactly 61 years after Jawaharlal Nehru, the first PM of India, visited Nigeria. Don’t be frightened about investments in Nigeria… I have a team, and I am the captain of that team, and I assure you that we solve …

Nigeria’s new President faces old problems
1 year, 9 months ago

Nigeria’s new President faces old problems

The Hindu  

May 29 was a historic yin-and-yang moment for Nigeria, Africa’s most populous country and largest economy. On the positive side, a peaceful and orderly transfer of power followed a general election with Bola Ahmed Tinubu, 70, being sworn in in Abuja as Nigeria’s 16th Executive President. Having been a Governor of Lagos State, Nigeria’s economic capital, a long-standing political “kingmaker” …

Piyush Goyal calls for deepening trade ties with Africa; exploring solar energy, startup ecosystem
2 years, 8 months ago

Piyush Goyal calls for deepening trade ties with Africa; exploring solar energy, startup ecosystem

The Hindu  

Solar energy, infrastructure, military cooperation and startup ecosystem are four critical areas where India can be a valuable partner to African nations, Minister for Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal said on July 19. "I also believe our military exchanges in the Indian ocean, defence trade, manufacturing in the defence sector can also lead to greater engagement between Africa and India," …

PM Modi holds talks with South African president; discusses trade, defence, food security
2 years, 9 months ago

PM Modi holds talks with South African president; discusses trade, defence, food security

Firstpost  

The prime minister, who is in Germany on a two-day visit from Sunday for the summit of the G7, met Ramaphosa on the sidelines of it at Schloss Elmau Elmau, Germany: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday met South African President Cyril Ramaphosa and discussed the full range of friendship between the two countries, including further expanding ties in trade, …

A clear arc from India to Nigeria
5 years, 9 months ago

A clear arc from India to Nigeria

The Hindu  

It was a coincidence straight out of the silver screens in Mumbai or Lagos: the leaders of India and Nigeria both began their respective second terms within a day of each other following their unexpectedly decisive election victories. According to the latest Indian Department of Commerce statistics, Nigeria is India’s largest trading partner in Africa with total trade estimated at …

M.J. Akbar, facing #MeToo heat, heads to Equatorial Guinea
6 years, 5 months ago

M.J. Akbar, facing #MeToo heat, heads to Equatorial Guinea

Live Mint  

New Delhi: Accusations of sexual assault and harassment levelled by almost a dozen women under the #MeToo campaign notwithstanding, minister of state for external affairs M.J. Akbar on Thursday proceeded on an official visit to the Equatorial Guinea after Nigeria, quelling speculation that he would be asked to cut short his Africa tour and step down. The two people had …

Indian businesses set to make big pitch in Nigeria
7 years, 1 month ago

Indian businesses set to make big pitch in Nigeria

New Indian Express  

ACCRA: With China increasing its trade and investment in Nigeria over the past few years, a trade exhibition involving the participation of some 200 firms from India will be an opportunity for the country to catch up. China's trade with Nigeria was $11.2 billion over the first 10 months of last year -- against India's $9.4 billion. The TPCI is …

India does not believe in imposing partnerships on other nations, leave it on partners, says Jaitley
7 years, 10 months ago

India does not believe in imposing partnerships on other nations, leave it on partners, says Jaitley

Firstpost  

‘India-Africa cooperation is not an one-off event. This has been central to our strategical policy,’ said Jaitley, Gandhinagar: Making a pitch for stronger ties with African countries, Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley today said India does not believe in imposing partnerships on other nations and leaves it on partners to take a call on alliance. Jaitley compared India’s investment in …

Editorial on Narendra Modi's Africa visit: This time in Africa
8 years, 8 months ago

Editorial on Narendra Modi's Africa visit: This time in Africa

The Hindu  

Drawing a link between Indian and South African cultures during his four-nation visit to Africa, Prime Minister Narendra Modi referred to the journey from “Gujarat to Durban” as one “through the spirit of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam to Ubuntu”, the last a Zulu word that expresses the core of humanism. As he travelled along the southern coast of Africa, Mr. Modi spoke …

Nigeria is India's top African partner: India-Africa trade explained in 5 graphics
9 years, 5 months ago

Nigeria is India's top African partner: India-Africa trade explained in 5 graphics

Firstpost  

By Rajesh Pandathil and Kishor Kadam With the third India-Africa summit under way in Delhi, prime minister Narendra wants to turn his focus to a region where the country has not managed to tap to its full potential. Here are six graphics that explain the trade relation between India and Africa: As per the data available with the government, in …

Over 100 Indian firms to promote 'Brand India' in Nigeria- India TV News
9 years, 7 months ago

Over 100 Indian firms to promote 'Brand India' in Nigeria- India TV News

India TV News  

New Delhi: Over 100 Indian companies will take part in a three-day show from Tuesday in Nigeria's capital Lagos to showcase their expertise and promote 'Brand India'. The Indian High Commission and industry chamber CII have jointly organised the show, which will see the participation of Indian companies like Airtel, Mahindra and Mahindra, Bajaj Auto, Tata Motors, Godrej & Boyce, …

'Indian private sector can partner Republic of Congo economy'
11 years ago

'Indian private sector can partner Republic of Congo economy'

India TV News  

New Delhi: Indian companies can play a key role in the Republic of Congo's march towards becoming an emerging economy by year 2025, a senior minister of the central African country said here Monday. “Indian companies could partner the Republic of Congo government in converting the country's comparative advantage in different sectors into competitive strengths,” Industry Minister Isidore Mvouba of …

India to invest $350 m in Nigerian oil blocks
15 years, 2 months ago

India to invest $350 m in Nigerian oil blocks

The Hindu  

India has expressed its keenness to expand its investment in Nigeria, particularly in the energy sector. “India will invest $350 million in developing two oil blocks in the West African nation, besides increasing its engagement in the gas sector as well,” Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Murli Deora said after meeting his Nigerian counterpart Henry Odein Ajumogobia at Abuja on …

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