Tinubu to Host Indian Prime Minister in Aso Rock, Reason Emerges

Tinubu to Host Indian Prime Minister in Aso Rock, Reason Emerges

  • President Bola Tinubu is set to host his Indian counterpart, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, at the presidential villa in Abuja on Sunday, November 17
  • The presidency, in a statement, disclosed that the two leaders would discuss how to strengthen the ties between the two countries
  • Modi's arrival in Abuja has created a high expectation for a productive engagement between him and President Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu is set to host Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Abuja on Sunday, November 16, marking a significant moment in Nigeria-India relations. This visit is expected to strengthen the ties between the two nations, with bilateral discussions aimed at deepening their cooperation.

As the Indian Prime Minister arrives in Abuja, expectations are high for a productive engagement. The relationship between Nigeria and India has been growing steadily, with cooperation in areas such as trade, education, and healthcare.

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Tinubu to host Indian Prime Minister in Abuja on Sunday Photo Credit: @officialABAT
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This visit is likely to further solidify these ties and open up new avenues for collaboration. President Tinubu and Prime Minister Modi will likely discuss ways to enhance economic cooperation, cultural exchange, and people-to-people ties.

The Indian Prime Minister's visit is also seen as a testament to Nigeria's growing importance as a strategic partner for India in Africa. With Nigeria being one of the largest economies on the continent, India is keen to expand its footprint in the region. The two leaders will likely discuss ways to increase trade and investment between the two countries and cooperate in areas such as infrastructure development and technology.

During their meeting, President Tinubu and Prime Minister Modi will also likely discuss regional and global issues of mutual concern. As two major democracies, they will have the opportunity to share perspectives on issues such as climate change, terrorism, and economic development. The visit is expected to reinforce the friendship and cooperation between the two nations, paving the way for a stronger partnership in the years to come.

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Tinubu proposes N47.9trn 2025 budget

Legit.ng earlier reported that the President Bola Tinubu-led federal government has proposed a N47.9 trillion budget for 2025 as 2024 approaches its end.

The 2025 budget was proposed at the FEC meeting on Thursday, November 14, which President Tinubu presided over.

The budget is expected to shape the country's economic trajectory, as many Nigerians look forward to relief.

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Bada Yusuf (Politics and Current Affairs Editor) Yusuf Amoo Bada is an accomplished writer with 7 years of experience in journalism and writing, he is also politics and current affairs editor with Legit.ng. He holds B.A in Literature from OAU, and Diploma in Mass Comm. He has obtained certificates in Google's Advance Digital Reporting, News Lab workshop. He previously worked as an Editor with OperaNews. Legit’s Best Editor of the Year for Politics and Current Affairs Desk (2023). Contact: bada.yusuf.amoo@corp.legit.ng