- Tinubu told the Danish ambassador that he looked forward to improved relations.
- He urged the envoy to work with the ministry of foreign affairs to translate the agreements into reality.
President Bola Tinubu invited France, China, and Denmark to leverage “Nigeria’s open door policy” for reciprocal economic growth.
On Thursday, at Abuja’s State House, Tinubu received letters of credence from French Ambassador Marc Fonbaustier, Danish Ambassador Jens Hansen, and Chinese Ambassador Yu Dunhai.
Tinubu, scheduled to visit France, expressed eagerness to strengthen ties with President Emmanuel Macron.
“I am happy you are not a stranger in Africa from your background. Nigeria is the biggest country on the continent, and the headquarters of ECOWAS is based here,” Tinubu said.
“We have an open door policy, and we want your investors to take advantage of it. Our collaboration is essential for Africa, ECOWAS and Nigeria.”
Tinubu sought enhanced relations with Denmark, praising their democratic values and human rights promotion.
“Your country is known for promotion of democratic values and human rights and we are ready to collaborate with you,” he said.
Tinubu eyed cooperation in energy, education, healthcare, and infrastructure development with Denmark.
Receiving Yu Dunhai, Tinubu thanked President Xi Jinping for hosting him in Beijing and participating in the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC).
He urged the envoy to collaborate with Nigeria’s foreign affairs ministry to implement agreed-upon initiatives.