Nigeria is expected to sign over 30 Memoranda of Understanding with Brazil as the Second Session of the Nigeria-Brazil Strategic Dialogue Mechanism begins in Abuja.
This was disclosed on Tuesday by the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media & Communications (Office of the Vice President), Stanley Nkwocha, who announced the arrival of Brazil’s Vice President, Geraldo Alckmin, for a three-day state visit aimed at strengthening bilateral relations.
According to the statement, the strategic meeting is expected to result in the signing of over 30 MoUs spanning key sectors such as defence and security cooperation, agricultural technology transfer, energy collaboration and transition initiatives, cultural and educational exchange programmes, as well as trade facilitation and industrial development.
Speaking during the airport reception for the visiting Brazilian Vice President, Deputy Chief of Staff to the President, Senator Ibrahim Hassan Hadejia, described the visit as “a pivotal moment in Nigeria’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
“This dialogue mechanism represents our commitment to leveraging South-South partnerships that deliver tangible benefits to our citizens.
“Brazil’s expertise in agribusiness, energy transition, and industrial development aligns perfectly with Nigeria’s transformation priorities.”
The Brazilian delegation was welcomed by senior Nigerian government officials, including Senator Ibrahim Hassan Hadejia; Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr. Jumoke Oduwole; Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Mukhtar Maiha; and Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari.
The Strategic Dialogue Mechanism, aimed at strengthening long-term collaboration between Nigeria and Brazil, is a key component of the Tinubu administration’s push to forge meaningful international partnerships that drive national development.
Vice President Kashim Shettima is set to host Brazilian Vice President Geraldo Alckmin during his three-day visit, which includes a series of joint events. These will begin with the opening ceremony of the Strategic Dialogue on Tuesday morning at the State House Conference Centre in Abuja.
According to the Office of the Vice President, the SDM offers a structured platform for both nations to strengthen collaboration on key strategic priorities.
A joint press conference by the Foreign Ministers of Nigeria and Brazil is also scheduled for Tuesday afternoon at the State House.
