The immediate lifting of the visa ban on Nigerians is one of the many wonders of Bola Tinubu that has left many people in surprise.
Indeed, Nigerians were not expecting the fast lift of the ban, but again, the Jagaban has proven again his capability to deliver on his Renewed Hope promise.
Surely, this great achievement did not come for free, there were risk, and President Tinubu is not one that fears risk.
He has revealed the agreements reached between Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates following the lift of the visa ban on Nigerians.
Historic Agreement
Tinubu and the UAE President, Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan finalised a historic agreement, resulting in the immediate lifting of the visa ban placed on Nigerian travellers.
Both leaders finalised the agreement at a meeting held on Monday in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE).
The presidential spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale, said by this historic agreement, both Etihad Airlines and Emirates Airlines are to immediately resume flight schedules into and out of Nigeria without further delay.
Robust Foundation
Speaking after the deal, Tinubu, in a statement via X, said that with the latest deal, the current administration had laid a robust foundation for substantial investments in various sectors in Nigeria.
He stressed that apart from the resumption of flight schedule, there is an agreement with the UAE government on new investments worth several billions of U.S. dollars into the Nigerian economy.
These investments cover multiple sectors, including defense and agriculture.
New Era Of Collaboration
He added that there was a commitment to normalise and enhance the relations between the UAE and Nigeria.
“Today, in unity with my friend, UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan @HHShkMohd, we have initiated a new era of collaboration and friendship between our nations – Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates.
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“We’ve also laid a robust foundation for substantial investments in various sectors in Nigeria, a testament to our shared vision for a prosperous future.
Building Bridges
“Together, we are committed to building bridges and fostering a friendship that stands the test of time. As part of our discussions, the following have been reached:
“1. Immediate lifting of the visa ban placed on Nigerian travelers by the UAE.
“2. Resumption of flight schedules into and out of Nigeria by Etihad Airlines and Emirates Airlines, without any immediate payment required from the Nigerian government.
Agreed Framework
“3. An agreed framework for new investments worth several billions of U.S. dollars into the Nigerian economy by the UAE government, covering multiple sectors including defense and agriculture.
“4. A new joint foreign exchange liquidity programme between Nigeria and the UAE, details of which will be announced in the coming weeks.
“5. A commitment to normalise and enhance the relations between the two countries, fostered by the collaboration between myself and UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.”
