To boost diplomatic relations between the Federal Republic of Nigeria and the Kingdom of Bahrain, the two countries have signed Joint Communiqué for its establishment.
This took place when the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, visited Manama, the Kingdom of Bahrain.
Tuggar had earlier engaged in bilateral discussions with his Bahraini counterpart, Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani.
A statement issued on Sunday by Alkasim Abdulkadir, Special Assistant on Media and Communications Strategy To The Nigeria's Minister of Foreign Affairs, reads "Both ministers signed a Joint Communiqué, officially establishing diplomatic relations between the Federal Republic of Nigeria and the Kingdom of Bahrain."
It noted that the agreement marks a significant milestone in fostering closer ties and mutual cooperation between the two nations.
The statement added "This development aligns with Bahrain’s ongoing efforts to strengthen international partnerships. Recently, Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani chaired the third meeting of the national committee for monitoring the implementation of the outcomes of the Bahrain Summit Initiatives, underscoring the kingdom’s commitment to global collaboration.
"The meeting focused on strengthening diplomatic relations, facilitating foreign direct investment from Bahrain, enhancing trade and investment opportunities, and fostering cooperation in the oil and gas sectors, with particular emphasis on onshore projects and the development of the 8th train LNG."
The statement said the ministers also deliberated on the training of Nigerian diplomats and collaboration within multilateral forums.