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FG Committed To Deepening Ties, Investment Opportunities With UAE
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FG Committed To Deepening Ties, Investment Opportunities With UAE
By Aisha Musa
Sen. Heineken Lokpobiri, Minister of State Petroleum Resources (Oil), says the Federal Government is committed to deepening bilateral ties and investment opportunities with the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
Lokpobiri said this on Monday when he received Mr Salem Al Shamsi, the UAE Ambassador to Nigeria, and his delegation in his office.
The minister said the visit and was expected to further strengthen the ties between Nigeria and the UAE, fostering greater cooperation and mutual benefits in the energy sector.
He described the visit as a demonstration of the enduring diplomatic relationship between Nigeria and the UAE, adding that he has been interfacing with his counterpart in the UAE to boost the relationship.
He commended the recent bilateral agreement to restore visa issuance for Nigerians, which had been on hold.
He attributed this achievement to the dedication of President Bola Tinubu, whose efforts were pivotal in reinstating this important service.
