Mr Zulum said the German government funded the construction of 500 permanent housing units in 2020 and added 900 semi-permanent shelters in 2023.
The German ambassador said the perennial floods in parts of Nigeria are a global challenge aggravated by climate change.
The German envoy said trade relations grew from €2 billion in 2022 to €3 billion, with the balance of trade favouring Nigeria because of crude oil exports.
She said the German government was working on improving visa approvals for Nigerian students intending to go to Germany.
The minister commended the German government for its support towards enhancing police capabilities in the country.
She emphasised Germany’s dedication to mutual progress and security.
Germany says it considers Nigeria as a strong partner in preserving international order.
The nine Niger Basin Authority (NBA) countries are Niger, Benin, Chad, Guinea, Mali, Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire, Burkina Faso and Nigeria.
Mr Egbetokun noted that the equipment would afford training schools’ capacity to train more men, with more donations being made.
The German embassy and the German-Nigerian Hydrogen Office have geared up efforts to promote low-carbon hydrogen for economic growth and industrialisation.
