President Bola Tinubu has addressed a special joint session of the Senate and House of Assembly of Saint Lucia, further cementing Nigeria’s diplomatic ties with the Caribbean nation.
The address was delivered on Monday at the William Jefferson Clinton Ballroom, Sandals Grande, in Gros Islet, marking a pivotal moment in his ongoing official visit.
The President arrived in Vieux Fort, Saint Lucia, on Saturday at approximately 5:30 p.m. local time, beginning the first leg of his two-nation tour across the Caribbean and South America. His visit underscores Nigeria’s growing interest in strengthening alliances across the Global South, particularly through cultural, educational, and economic partnerships.
What you should know
President Tinubu’s address to Saint Lucia’s Parliament is part of a broader diplomatic effort aimed at deepening Nigeria’s relationship with Caribbean nations.
The visit reflects Nigeria’s commitment to fostering South-South cooperation through mutual respect and shared development goals.
