Buhari bids farewell to iranian envoy lauds nigeria iran relations

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President Buhari Bids Farewell to Iranian Envoy, Lauds Nigeria-Iran Relations

Abuja, Nigeria - President Muhammadu Buhari has bid farewell to the outgoing Iranian Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr. Mohammed Kazem Al-Sadeqi, praising the strong relations between Nigeria and Iran.

The President made the remarks during a farewell audience with the Ambassador at the State House, Abuja, on Tuesday.

According to a statement issued by the Presidential Spokesperson, Femi Adesina, President Buhari commended the Ambassador for his efforts in strengthening the bilateral ties between the two countries.

"I want to express my gratitude to you for your dedication and commitment to promoting the relations between Nigeria and Iran," the President said. "Your efforts have been instrumental in deepening our cooperation in various areas, including trade, energy, and education."

The President also acknowledged the significant contributions of Iran to Nigeria's development, particularly in the areas of infrastructure, healthcare, and education.

"Iran has been a reliable partner to Nigeria, and we appreciate the support we have received from your country," President Buhari said. "We look forward to continuing to work together to achieve our shared goals and aspirations."

In his response, the outgoing Ambassador thanked President Buhari for the warm reception and expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to serve as the Iranian Ambassador to Nigeria.

"I am proud of the progress we have made in our relations, and I am confident that the foundation we have laid will continue to grow and flourish in the years to come," the Ambassador said.

The Ambassador also commended President Buhari for his leadership and vision, saying that he had been a strong advocate for the strengthening of Nigeria-Iran relations.

The President and the Ambassador also discussed ways to further enhance the relations between the two countries, including the promotion of trade and investment, as well as cooperation in the areas of energy and education.

The outgoing Ambassador is expected to return to Iran soon, and his successor is expected to take over soon.