The Honourable Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, has extended warm felicitations and best wishes to His Excellency, Hon. Mulambo Haimbe, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Zambia, on the occasion of Zambia’s 61st Independence Anniversary.
On this momentous occasion, Nigeria joins the Government and people of Zambia in celebrating over six decades of sovereignty, unity, and remarkable national advancement. The Government of Nigeria recalled with pride the historic bonds of solidarity and shared struggles that shaped the liberation movements across the African continent. Zambia’s enduring commitment to peace, democracy, and regional stability remains a beacon of inspiration within Southern Africa and beyond.
The bilateral relations between Nigeria and Zambia are firmly anchored on a foundation of mutual respect, shared values, and a common vision for Africa’s sustainable growth. Over the years, both nations have continued to strengthen cooperation in diverse sectors including trade, education, and professional exchange through frameworks established under the African Union (AU), the Commonwealth, and other multilateral platforms.
As Zambia mark this significant milestone, Nigeria commended the resilience, industry, and patriotism of the Zambian people. The Government of Nigeria is confident that this anniversary will usher in renewed progress and prosperity for the Republic of Zambia.
Nigeria reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to advancing the cordial and strategic partnership between both nations, in the spirit of Pan-Africanism, unity, and collective progress across the continent.
