Nigerian President Bola Tinubu and President Paul Kagame of Rwanda have resolved to activate mechanisms to deepen bilateral relations between Nigeria and Rwanda.
The two leaders emphasised the importance of reviving the Joint Permanent Ministerial Commission (JPMC), originally signed by both countries in 2021, as a vital platform for advancing their shared objectives. They further agreed that Nigeria should host the next meeting of the Commission.
According to local media reports, in reviewing consular matters, President Tinubu stated that Nigeria will seriously consider reciprocating Rwanda’s 30-day visa-free status for Nigerians in the spirit of Pan-Africanism.
The two presidents discussed the activation of pending Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) in the areas of tourism, Illicit Drugs, and anti-corruption—underscoring President Tinubu’s commitment to inter-African integration, mutual respect, and shared prosperity.
Presidents Tinubu and Kagame exchanged ideas towards operationalising the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA) between the two countries.
The reports added that the two leaders have remained steadfast in their support for this agreement.
It will be recalled that Nigeria had last year established an air cargo corridor with Uganda Airways and it is now in discussions with RwandAir to facilitate greater export opportunities for Nigerian businesses across the continent.
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