The Federal Republic of Nigeria and the People’s Republic of Bangladesh have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations, with fresh discussions centered on energy cooperation, trade expansion, security collaboration, and multilateral engagement.
This was disclosed during a courtesy visit by the High Commissioner of Bangladesh to Nigeria, His Excellency Miah Md. Mainul Kabir, who was received in Abuja on Wednesday, 3 June 2026, by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Dunoma Umar Ahmed, PhD.
The meeting also welcomed the recent election of Bangladesh’s Foreign Minister, Khalilur Rahman, as President-elect of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly. Nigeria congratulated Bangladesh on the development and pledged support for a productive tenure focused on global cooperation and the Sustainable Development Goals.
Both sides reviewed key areas of cooperation, including the proposed Agreement on the Avoidance of Double Taxation, as well as preparations for a Political Consultation Mechanism designed to enhance regular high-level engagement between both countries. Nigeria also reiterated its readiness to work closely with Bangladesh on South-South cooperation initiatives.
A major highlight of the discussions was Bangladesh’s plan to finalize a Memorandum of Understanding on the importation of petroleum and gas products from Nigeria, as Dhaka seek to diversify its energy supply sources. The Nigerian side assured that efforts were ongoing in collaboration with relevant authorities to expedite the agreement.
Reinforcing Nigeria’s economic priorities, the Permanent Secretary emphasized the Federal Government’s commitment to diversification under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, urging Bangladeshi investors to explore opportunities in mining, agriculture, ICT, and pharmaceuticals. He also highlighted potential collaboration in revitalizing Nigeria’s textile industry to stimulate industrial growth and job creation.
On security cooperation, both countries explored enhanced collaboration in combating terrorism and improving intelligence sharing. Nigeria further requested Bangladesh’s support for its candidature for a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council.
Both nations agreed to finalize arrangements for the inaugural bilateral consultation session, aimed at institutionalizing regular dialogue and strengthening strategic ties between Abuja and Dhaka.
