Nigeria and Germany have agreed to strengthen bilateral ties, with a focus on security, energy, and infrastructure, the Presidency announced on Wednesday.
The commitment followed a telephone conversation between President Bola Tinubu and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, during which both leaders also explored collaboration in creative arts and skill development.
President Tinubu highlighted Nigeria’s need for support in power transmission under the Presidential Power Initiative.
Chancellor Merz pledged assistance through Siemens for technical support and Deutsche Bank for project financing.
Security concerns in the Sahel region were also discussed, with Tinubu requesting used helicopters to aid intelligence and reconnaissance operations.
“The Sahel corridor is challenging and needs our support. Intelligence reconnaissance is critical,” he said.
The leaders additionally reviewed the longstanding diplomatic relationship between Nigeria and Germany, which spans over 65 years.
Chancellor Merz noted Germany is awaiting the arrival of Nigeria’s new ambassador and suggested initiatives to promote African arts, including the establishment of the Great Museum of African Arts.
The brief call, which began at 2:01 p.m. and lasted nine minutes, underscores both countries’ interest in deepening strategic and cultural cooperation.
