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China-Nigeria Trade Volume Hits $20 billion mark
China-Nigeria Trade Volume Hits $20 billion mark
By: Michael Mike
The Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr. Yu Dunhai has disclosed that the current trade volume between Nigeria and China stands at over $20 billion.
The envoy also disclosed that efforts are on from both countries to ensure that the current volume of trade between both countries improves.
Yu spoke on Saturday during the Chinese New Year Celebration, with the theme “Year of the Golden Snake”
The Lunar New Year will be celebrated on Wednesday, Jan. 29. The occasion is based on the lunar calendar and takes place all around the world but it’s primarily celebrated by Asian countries. This year, it will mark the beginning of the year of the snake.
Speaking on China-Nigeria bilateral relations, the envoy said: “The trade volume exceeds $20 billion last year. And I think Nigeria is the largest engineering contract and the second largest exporting market and the third largest trade partner for China in Africa.
“And of course, we would like to work with Nigeria to bring our trade volume to even higher because we see there is a big potential.
“Nigeria is a major African country that has world influence and particularly Nigeria is now also a partner country of BRICS.
“So last year we held the forum for China-Africa cooperation and we look forward to working together with Nigeria to implement the ten action partnerships and to benefit people in Nigeria and China.”
Speaking on the significance of this year Chinese New Year Celebration, Yu said “we believe that it represents hard work, intelligence, happiness. So we hope that the year of the snake will bring peace and prosperity for Chinese and Nigerian people.
He also added, “Well, you know, the year 2025 is going to be a big year for China and Nigeria.
“It’s because last year, President Bola Tinubu paid a state visit to China and the two presidents agreed to elevate our bilateral relations to a comprehensive strategic partnership. And one of the pillars for this relationship is the very close people to people and the cultural exchange. So for the Chinese embassy, each year we organize this spring festival temple fair.
“And this year we invited over 2,000, both Nigerians and the Chinese to enjoy, to celebrate together with us. Because the start of the Chinese New Year is usually is a time for celebration, a time for reflection and also a time for reunification.
“And we look forward to working with people from all walks of life in Nigeria to materialize the very important consensus we reached between our two heads of states and bring our two countries’ cooperation to a new level.”
On his part, the Permanent Secretary, Federal Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Mr. Raphael Obi, urged the Chinese to invest in the country’s Creative industry, noting that there is so much to be tapped from Nigeria’s rich culture.
He said: @There is a lot Nigeria and China can do together we have a lot of cultural exchanges and we’re inviting every Chinese that wants to stay and work in Nigeria to feel free, come in and do so because we have a lot of space. In the creative economy alone, we have millions of spaces because that is where we showcase our talents.
“Then the arts, culture and tourism is a very vast sector in Nigeria but we’re inviting the people of China to come and share those things that make them special in the world to share with us and we also wish our own with them.
“China is a very rich cultural country just as Nigeria and we have a lot of things in common at the cultural and tourism level.
He prayed for a stronger China “and the opportunity to continue to share their talents, their resilience and their prosperity with the rest of the world so that the world will be a better place for everybody to live.”
China-Nigeria Trade Volume Hits $20 billion mark
Zulum Condemns Recent Boko Haram/ISWAP Incidents, Sympathises with Victims of Attacks
By: Our Reporter
Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has strongly condemned the recent spate of attacks by Boko Haram and ISWAP in various parts of the state, including Maiduguri-Damboa Road, Marte, Chibok, Gwoza, Kala Balge, and other affected communities.
Governor Zulum expressed his heartfelt sympathy to the families of all victims affected by the tragic incidents, which included an improvised explosive device (IED) attack along the Maiduguri-Damboa Road.
The explosion, which occurred on 12 May, claimed the lives of two staff members of the Damboa Local Education Authority who were en route to Maiduguri to sit for the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN) examination. Several members of the armed forces and innocent civilians have also lost their lives in the recent wave of violence.
In a statement by his spokesperson, Mr Dauda Iliya, the Governor reaffirmed the state government’s unwavering commitment to working closely with the Federal Government, military, and other security agencies to contain the security challenges.
“These acts of terror are deeply condemnable. The recent tragic loss of our education staff, gallant troops, and innocent civilians is a painful reminder of the challenges we continue to face,” Governor Zulum stated.
He added: “I am more determined than ever to support the military, security agencies, and our volunteer forces in the fight to end terrorism and insurgency in our state.”
Governor Zulum recalled his recent visit to Gwoza, where he engaged with military personnel and the Izge community, as part of ongoing efforts to reinforce resilience and ensure the protection of lives and property.
“The recent surge in attacks will not deter our resolve to tackle the scourge of the 16-year-long insurgency. I urge the people of Borno to remain resilient and prayerful. This is a partial eclipse — and we shall overcome it, Insha Allah,” the Governor assured.
Governor Zulum concluded by extending his thoughts and prayers to the families of the fallen heroes, innocent civilians, and all citizens of Borno State during this difficult period.
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Army troops ISWAP Attack Repelled in Gajiram
By: Zagazola Mamama.
Troops of the Nigerian military, late Monday night, repelled an attempted attack by suspected fighters of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) on Gajiram, headquarters of Nganzai Local Government Area of Borno.
Zagazola Makama gathered from security sources that the insurgents launched the attack at about 2200 hours but met stiff resistance from troops stationed in the area.
According to the sources, ISWAP fighters were unable to gain access into Gajiram town as they were engaged in a gun duel by security forces, leading to the foiling of the assault.
However, the attackers reportedly fired projectiles during the encounter, one of which landed in an Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) camp within the vicinity, triggering an inferno.
Army troops ISWAP Attack Repelled in Gajiram
ISWAP attacked Marte, two soldiers killed during battle with terrorists
…Terrorists fled on sighting Super Tucano…
By: Zagazola Makama
Atleast two Nigerian soldiers have paid the supreme price during gun battle with ISWAP terrorists in Marte town in Borno State on Monday.
Intelligence sources said that the terrorists reportedly infiltrated the town at about 2 a.m.. they were engaged by troops of the battalion stationed in Marte, with reinforcement from the Brigade Headquarters and close air support from the Nigerian Air Force.
The coordinated counteroffensive forced the terrorists to retreat, abandoning their plans to overrun the town. two soldiers were killed in the firefight.
The attackers reportedly fled with some motorcycles and two vehicles. A number of unserviceable military vehicles, classified as beyond economic repair, were also set ablaze by the insurgents during the raid.
“There is no report of any arms or ammunition being taken by the enemy,” a military officer confirmed.
As of the time of filing this report, the Brigade Commander was on ground in Marte to assess the situation.
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