Nigerian President Bola Tinubu will visit Saint Lucia from June 28 to July 4, Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre announced at a pre-Cabinet press briefing on Monday.
The visit will include both official engagements and private leisure time. “Two of these days, June 30 and July 1, will be dedicated to an official visit, with the remainder of the trip set aside as a personal vacation for the president,” Pierre explained.
“I believe that the visit of the president of Nigeria represents a unique and historic opportunity to deepen the bonds between Africa and the Caribbean,” he said. “As descendants of a shared heritage, the people of our region trace deep links to the African continent, particularly Nigeria. These long-standing cultural and historical connections compel us to continue nurturing and expanding our partnerships with Africa in ways that are meaningful, strategic and sustainable.”
Pierre said he has extended invitations to all OECS heads of government to visit Saint Lucia during the official leg of Tinubu’s trip for formal talks. Discussions are expected to explore avenues for cooperation in areas such as economic development, education, infrastructure and diplomatic exchange.
Further details of the visit will be released by the Ministry of External Affairs in the coming weeks.
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