August 25, 2025 — President Bola Tinubu has met with Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva to explore new avenues for strengthening bilateral relations between Nigeria and Brazil.
The meeting, which held on the sidelines of an international engagement, focused on deepening cooperation in trade, agriculture, energy, and technology. Tinubu emphasized the importance of rekindling Nigeria–Brazil ties, noting the shared historical and cultural bonds between both nations as well as their roles as leading economies in their respective regions.
According to the Nigerian leader, enhanced collaboration with Brazil would not only boost Nigeria’s diversification agenda but also create new opportunities for youth empowerment, innovation, and sustainable development.
President Lula welcomed Tinubu’s push for stronger ties, describing Nigeria as a strategic partner in Africa. He expressed Brazil’s readiness to expand economic and diplomatic engagement, particularly in renewable energy, agro-industrial development, and climate action.
Diplomatic observers have hailed the meeting as timely, stressing that greater South–South cooperation could help Nigeria and Brazil maximize their comparative advantages while reducing dependence on traditional Western partners.
