Nigeria and Angola Seal 13 New Agreements to Deepen Bilateral Relations

Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to a stronger partnership with Angola as both countries signed 13 new bilateral agreements across critical sectors. The development came during the 5th Session of the Nigeria–Angola Bilateral Economic Joint Commission held in Luanda, Angola.

Declaring the session open, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Amb. Bianca Ojukwu, emphasized Nigeria’s resolve to deepen the robust relationship between the two nations for their mutual benefit.

At the closing, Ojukwu announced key outcomes of the session, including:

• Activation of the Joint Commission between both countries.
• Signing of MOUs in strategic sectors, including Education, Health, Defence, Banking, Oil and Gas, Aviation, Culture, Youth Development, and Media.
• Consideration of two “twinning agreements”: Bayelsa (Nigeria) with Namibe (Angola), and Nasarawa (Nigeria) with Bengo (Angola).

In total, 13 out of 19 draft agreements were finalized and signed, while four dedicated working groups were established to streamline implementation and future cooperation.

Amb. Ojukwu noted that the agreements will not only boost bilateral trade and investment but also foster cultural exchange, youth empowerment, and stronger people-to-people ties.

This renewed partnership underscores both nations’ determination to leverage their shared resources and strategic positions in Africa for sustainable development and global relevance.