A statement by the President’s spokesman, Garba Shehu, in Abuja on Sunday, said the summit would focus on exploring and expanding opportunities in security, trade and investment, science and technology, and gas production.
During the summit, President Buhari will meet with President Vladimir Putin of Russia to further strengthen relations between Nigeria and Russia.
Shehu stated that the two leaders would hold bilateral talks on security, trade and investment, and building partnership that would enhance Nigeria’s huge gas potential, following Russia’s remarkable success in gas exportation.
“The summit, which will be attended by African Heads of State, will bring fresh perspectives on some global issues and challenges like nuclear technology, energy development, digital transformation, environment, technical security, mining and steel, education, agriculture, infrastructure and development strategies.
“An African Business Forum, which will bring together African and Russian business leaders, will be held during the event to enhance Russian investments in Africa, and promote African business interest in the host country,’’ he added.
Buhari would be accompanied by
Governors Muhammad Yahaya of Gombe state,
Bello Matawalle of Zamfara
Kayode Fayemi of Ekiti State.
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Geoffrey Onyeama,
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Geoffrey Onyeama,
Minister of Trade and Investment, Adeniyi Adebayo,
Minister of Mines and Steel Development, Olamilekan Adegbite
Minister of State, Petroleum, Timipre Sylva.
This is what is called traveling President
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ReplyDeleteOn the wheel president. ....... Baba always departingš¤
ReplyDeleteDeparting soul, I wish you will depart and never come back for good
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