President BOLA TINUBU has reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to enhancing maritime security and safety in the Gulf of Guinea.

According to a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, AJURI NGELALE, President TINUBU gave the assurance when he received the Special Envoy of the President of Equatorial Guinea, TEODORO MBASOGO, at the State House, Abuja

The Special Presidential Envoy and Minister of Foreign Affairs, SIMEON ANGUE, had conveyed a message from President MBASOGO requesting a state visit by President TINUBU, emphasizing the need to revitalize the Nigeria-Equatorial Guinea Joint Commission.

He also emphasized the importance of fostering greater cooperation in various sectors, including oil and gas, and trade.

In his response, President TINUBU reaffirmed the longstanding bilateral ties between Nigeria and Equatorial Guinea, describing the relations as strong and brotherly.

He recalled his previous meeting with President MBASOGO, during which they discussed strategies for enhancing economic relations, particularly in the context of the ocean and marine economy.

President TINUBU expressed confidence that the formal meetings between the two nations would lead to further strengthening of their relationship.