By Ekunkonye Junior, Abuja
The Federal Government (FG) has reaffirmed its strategic partnership with Turkiye, with the Minister of Interior highlighting the importance of bilateral cooperation in key areas, according to a press release from Mary Ali (Mrs), Head Press and Public Relations, Federal Ministry of Interior on Friday.
Following a visit with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu the Minister emphasized Nigeria’s commitment to deepening ties with Turkiye in areas such as security, migration management, and trade.
The engagements were driven by clear implementation frameworks, mutual accountability, and measurable outcomes aligned with Nigeria’s national security architecture and economic priorities.
A key objective of the visit was to support the expansion of Nigeria-Türkiye bilateral trade to $5 billion, highlighting the significant economic potential of the partnership.
These strategic partnerships are critical to tackling transnational crime, irregular migration, and internal security challenges facing Nigeria.
They also unlock opportunities in trade, technology transfer, and skills development, which are essential for the country’s economic growth and development.
The Government appreciates public engagement and constructive feedback, and remains committed to translating agreements into tangible outcomes.
The focus is on enhancing national security, economic growth, and public confidence in institutions, which are key priorities for the administration.
Through sustained diplomacy and responsible governance, Nigeria will continue to secure a safer and more prosperous future.
The Ministry of Interior is working closely with other government agencies to ensure that the agreements reached with Türkiye are implemented effectively, yielding benefits for the Nigerian people.
