Updated buhari meets chief of defence staff chinese envoy

Here is a possible update on the meeting between President Muhammadu Buhari, the Chief of Defence Staff, and the Chinese Envoy:

Date: March 10, 2023

Location: Presidential Villa, Abuja, Nigeria

Attendees:

Summary of Meeting:

President Muhammadu Buhari on Wednesday received the Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr. Chen Xiaodong, at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. The meeting was also attended by the Chief of Defence Staff, General Lucky Irabor.

During the meeting, President Buhari expressed Nigeria's appreciation for China's continued support to the country's economic development. He also commended China's efforts in promoting peace and stability in the region.

The Chinese Ambassador, Mr. Chen Xiaodong, congratulated President Buhari on his administration's efforts to promote economic growth and development in Nigeria. He also expressed China's willingness to continue to support Nigeria's development efforts, particularly in the areas of infrastructure development and capacity building.

The Chief of Defence Staff, General Lucky Irabor, briefed the President and the Chinese Ambassador on the current security situation in the country. He assured them that the Nigerian military was working tirelessly to ensure the security and stability of the country.

Key Outcomes:

  1. Nigeria and China agreed to strengthen their bilateral relations, particularly in the areas of economic development, infrastructure development, and capacity building.
  2. The two countries agreed to enhance their cooperation in the areas of security and defense, with a view to promoting peace and stability in the region.
  3. The Chinese Ambassador assured President Buhari that China would continue to support Nigeria's development efforts, particularly in the areas of infrastructure development and capacity building.

Quote from President Buhari:

"I want to express my appreciation to the Chinese government for their continued support to Nigeria's economic development. We value our bilateral relations with China and look forward to strengthening them further."

Quote from Chinese Ambassador:

"Nigeria is an important partner for China, and we are committed to continuing to support Nigeria's development efforts. We believe that our bilateral relations will continue to grow stronger in the years to come."