Nigeria congratulates Angola on 50th Independence anniversary, pledges stronger bilateral ties

Abdullateef Fowewe

The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Nigeria, Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, has extended warm congratulations to Teté António, Minister of External Relations of Angola, on the occasion of Angola’s 50th Independence Anniversary.

This was made known in a statement on Tuesday by the Spokesperson, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienf.

This significant milestone “stands as a testament to the resilience, unity, and determination of the Angolan people in their pursuit of freedom, peace, and national development,” Tuggar stated.

Nigeria, a steadfast partner in Angola’s liberation struggle, celebrates the historic occasion, reaffirming “shared values of independence, progress, and African solidarity.”

The two countries continue to enjoy “cordial and mutually beneficial relations, strengthened through cooperation in trade, energy, security, and multilateral engagements.”

Highlighting recent cooperation, the Nigerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs noted the signing of multiple agreements at the latest Nigeria/Angola Joint Commission session in Luanda.

Both nations also collaborate closely within the African Union framework.

The Ministry expressed appreciation for Angola’s recognition of three distinguished Nigerians: General Murtala Mohammed, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, and Professor Ibrahim Gambari.

These awards acknowledge Nigeria’s “decisive role in the Angolan liberation struggle and its enduring commitment to African solidarity and Pan-Africanism.”

On this landmark occasion, Nigeria “reaffirms its readiness to deepen bilateral relations with Angola, explore new areas of partnership, and promote greater people-to-people ties for mutual benefit.”

The Ministry concluded by conveying “warmest felicitations to the Government and people of the Republic of Angola, with best wishes for continued peace, prosperity, and national advancement.”