UK Prime Minister Starmer makes phone call to Tinubu
Prime Minister call with President Tinubu of Nigeria: 31 July 2024
LONDON, United Kingdom, July 31, 2024/ — This afternoon the Prime Minister spoke with President Tinubu of Nigeria [Wednesday 31 July 2024].
The President congratulated the Prime Minister on his recent election victory, and the Prime Minister commended the President as Nigeria marks twenty-five years of unbroken democracy.
The Prime Minister reflected on the important relationship between the UK and Nigeria, grounded in cooperation on trade and security as Commonwealth partners, with long-standing ties between our people.
The leaders welcomed this moment as an opportunity to reset and strengthen this relationship, working closely together to drive economic growth and prosperity between our countries, including through the Enhanced Trade and Investment Partnership.
Prime Minister’s Office, 10 Downing Street
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