AFRICA

Tinubu In Netherlands For Talks With Dutch King, Leaders

Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday evening arrived in The Hague, the  seat of government of the Netherlands, for a series of high-level discussions with Dutch leaders. 

The President’s official aircraft, Nigeria Air Force 1, touched down at Schipol International Airport, Amsterdam, at 10:10 pm (9:10 pm Nigerian time) on Tuesday, from where he was chauffeur driven to The Hague accompanied by senior government officials.

According to Presidential Spokesperson, Ajuri Ngelale, the visit is at the invitation of Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte. 

During his stay in the Netherlands, President Tinubu will hold separate meetings with King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima of the Kingdom.

The President will also participate in the Nigerian-Dutch Business and Investment Forum, which aims to explore opportunities for collaboration and partnerships in agriculture, water management, and port management operations. 

The visit is expected to strengthen economic ties between Nigeria and the Netherlands, and promote sustainable development in various sectors.

This is part of efforts to find innovative solutions for sustainable farming practices.

After his engagements in the Netherlands, President Tinubu will proceed to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to attend a special World Economic Forum (WEF) meeting on April 28-29. 

The meeting focuses on Global Collaboration, Growth, and Energy for Development, and will bring together over 1,000 leaders from business, government, and academia.

President Tinubu and his entourage will use this opportunity to engage in discussions that further his Renewed Hope Agenda for Nigeria. 

He is being accompanied on the visit by some ministers and senior government officials.

Deji Elumoye in Abuja

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