Nigeria’s President, Bola Tinubu, is all set to embark on a significant journey to New Delhi, India, to participate in the G-20 Leaders’ Summit. His attendance at this two-day summit comes as a special invitation from Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, emphasizing the growing importance of Nigeria on the global stage.
Tinubu’s primary objective at the summit is to showcase Nigeria as an attractive destination for global investments. He plans to highlight the country’s potential and outline his comprehensive reform plan encapsulated by the Renewed Hope Agenda. Given his track record of attracting investments during his tenure as the Governor of Lagos State, prominent industrialists have sought private engagements with him during the summit.
President Tinubu’s itinerary also includes participation in and delivery of keynote addresses at the Nigeria-India Presidential Roundtable and the Nigeria-India Business Conference. These events will bring together influential figures from both Indian and Nigerian private sectors, as well as senior government officials from both nations, to discuss economic collaboration.
Furthermore, Tinubu will engage in bilateral meetings with leaders from various parts of the world, representing both G-20 and non-G-20 countries. These meetings are aimed at strengthening economic, trade, and investment partnerships for mutual benefit.
Although Nigeria is not yet a member of the G-20, President Tinubu’s participation in the summit signifies his commitment to making Nigeria a part of this influential bloc. The theme of the summit, “One Earth-One Family-One Future,” underscores the global unity needed to address common challenges facing humanity and the planet.
President Tinubu’s foreign policy approach aligns with his goal to democratize foreign policy decisions and formulate policies that align with the nation’s long-term strategic objectives. His participation in the G-20 Summit is a pivotal step in this direction.
Accompanying President Tinubu on this mission are key government officials from various ministries, highlighting the significance of this diplomatic endeavor. India marks the sixth foreign destination for President Tinubu since taking office in May 2023, reaffirming Nigeria’s commitment to engaging with the international community.
With this journey to New Delhi expected to last six days, President Tinubu’s dedication to advancing Nigeria’s global standing is evident. His return to Nigeria after the summit will likely bring back valuable insights and potential partnerships for the nation’s development and progress.