As part of fallouts of the 2-day state of President Bola Tinubu to the United Kingdo, the two countries have signed three separate Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to help boost bilateral cooperation
The Agreements cover – Migration Partnership; a Statement of Intent on Cooperation on Organised Immigration Crime and Border Security; and a Statement of Intent on the Expansion of Business Visas for UK companies working in Nigeria.
A statement signed by the
SA Media and Publicity to the Minister of Interior, Babatunde Alao, said Minister Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, signed the three agreements while representing the Federal Government of Nigeria in the UK.
He said that the Agreement reflect Nigeria’s commitment to a migration framework that is transparent and respectful of national interests and international obligations.
The Minister also acknowledged that Nigeria has an existing applaudable working relationship with UK Home Office in Nigeria, while reiterating that Nigeria remains steadfast in its duty to protect citizens and ensuring that those who abuse legal pathways or engage in criminality are held accountable.
He emphasised that in building a trillion dollar worth economy, Nigeria must cut trade barriers, such as barriers of irregular migration.
The UK Home Secretary, Rt Hon Shabana Mahmood, said Nigeria will always be categorised as number one in successful bilateral relations.
UK Trade Envoy, Florence Eshalomi noted that the Agreement on expansion of business visas for UK companies, has clear benefits for both countries.
Eshalomi further stated that partnership is a bold step that is vital for economic growth for Africa’s largest and thriving economy.
(Editor: Ken Eseni)
Nigeria, UK Sign MoU on Migration, Boarder Security, Business Visas
