President Tinubu and Brazil on Monday signed five strategic Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) in Brasília to strengthen cooperation in aviation, foreign affairs, science and technology, and agriculture
The agreements, witnessed by President Bola Tinubu and Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, aim to accelerate Nigeria’s economic growth.
Tinubu urged Brazilian oil giant Petrobras to resume operations in Nigeria, citing the country’s vast gas reserves. “We have the largest deposit of gas. I don’t see why Petrobras will not be back in Nigeria very soon,” he said, stressing that its return is vital to unlocking Nigeria’s energy potential.
Acknowledging past setbacks in bilateral ties, Tinubu called for a fresh start. “We’ve allowed past problems and inactivity to hinder progress. Today we say that is the end of that,” he declared. He described the talks as “emotionally laden and fact-based,” thanking President da Silva for renewed partnership and highlighting Nigeria’s drive to lead Africa’s economic and technological renewal.
Tinubu emphasized technology transfer, scientific collaboration, and food sovereignty as pillars of the new alliance, pointing to Brazil’s success in generic drug manufacturing as a model for Nigeria. He also underlined the need to strengthen aviation links to boost trade and investment.
President da Silva reaffirmed Brazil’s commitment to deepen trade, agriculture, and cultural ties, welcoming a planned direct Lagos–São Paulo flight as a step toward “cultural renaissance.” He endorsed Nigeria’s bid for G20 membership and a permanent UN Security Council seat, praised its cooperation in law enforcement, and urged joint climate action ahead of COP 30.
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