• Both nations seek deeper partnership in energy, tech, security

Michael Olugbode in Abuja

Nigeria and Germany yesterday reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties, with the European nation pledging additional investment in Africa’s most populous country.

Both countries also agreed to explore expanded cooperation in renewable energy, digital innovation, manufacturing, security and human capital development.

The commitment was made in Abuja during a bilateral meeting between Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, and Germany’s Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs, Johann Wadephul.