The meeting coincides with the 25th anniversary of the BNC and underscores the importance of high-level engagements between Africa’s two largest economies.
President Bola Tinubu’s co-chairmanship of the 11th Nigeria-South Africa BNC alongside President Cyril Ramaphosa marks a significant diplomatic step towards fostering stronger bilateral ties.
As Nigeria and South Africa convene the 11th session of the Nigeria-South Africa Bi-National Commission, BNC, in Cape Town on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, it is imperative to reflect on the historical and evolving contours of their relationship.
This milestone session, coinciding with the 25th anniversary of the BNC, serves as a testament to the resilience, ambition, and shared vision of Africa’s two largest economies.
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The radar on Nigeria again shifts to South Africa, witnessing three weeks of unprecedented shuttle political and economic diplomacy.
With the three weeks of intense shuttle diplomacy spanning political and economic arenas, Nigeria’s radar is again fixed on South Africa. These engagements underscore a mutual recognition of their intertwined destinies in shaping Africa’s future.
As leaders, policymakers, and stakeholders converge in Cape Town, the air will be laden with expectation and nostalgia—a poignant reminder of a partnership that has endured triumphs, challenges, and historic significance.
Tinubu was received by South Africa’s Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Roland Lamola, alongside Nigeria’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu.