India stepping out of comfort zone, embracing innovation: PM in Nigeria
India TodayPrime 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". INNOVATION AND ECONOMIC GROWTH Highlighting India's strides in innovation, PM Modi said, "India has stepped out of its comfort zone, embracing innovation and creating new pathways for progress. "When India got the Presidency of G20 for the first time, we made every effort to make the African Union a permanent member, and India was successful in this," Modi said, underscoring India's advocacy for Africa on global platforms.