President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended his condolences to the government and people of India on the passing of former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh who died on Thursday at the age of 92.
Prime Minister Singh’s official visit to Nigeria in 2007 was historic. He earned the distinct honour of addressing a joint session of the National Assembly, a privilege accorded to only a few global leaders
President Tinubu commended Dr Singh’s dedication to strengthening the Nigeria-India relationship, noting that his diplomatic efforts remain a reference point in the history of the bilateral relations between the two nations.
The President recounted the establishment of the Strategic Partnership between Nigeria and India under Singh’s tenure, which has continued to flourish, driving political and economic prosperity for both countries.
Tinubu also commended Prime Minister Singh’s efforts to forge improved cooperation in defence, trade, culture, education, health, science and technology, and ICT.
Expressing gratitude to the people of India for celebrating the life and accomplishments of a selfless leader and distinguished economist, the Nigerian leader saluted Singh’s role in steering India’s economic reforms during globally challenging times.