Nigeria and China have signed a comprehensive nuclear energy pact aimed at bolstering development, stability, and security in West Africa.
The agreement was formalized during the 2024 Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) in Beijing, marking a milestone in the bilateral relations between the two nations.
The partnership is expected to advance Nigeria's energy infrastructure and sustainable development goals.
President Bola Tinubu, who attended the summit alongside leaders from 50 African nations, emphasized the potential for this strategic alliance to drive growth not only in Nigeria but across Africa.
"This partnership will inject fresh momentum into our development efforts and promote collective progress among Global South countries," Tinubu stated.
Chinese President Xi Jinping echoed these sentiments, noting that the enhanced strategic coordination between China and Nigeria would invigorate China-Africa relations. "Our collaboration in nuclear power and energy development signifies a new era of cooperation that will benefit both nations," Xi said.
The agreement comes as China is poised to embark on a record-breaking nuclear expansion, aiming to become the world's largest nuclear generator by 2030.
This collaboration also includes commitments from Chinese tech giant Huawei to establish a joint solar PV test lab in Nigeria and another Chinese firm to build an electric tricycle assembly plant, along with training programs in technology and renewable energy.
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