Tinubu And His Trip To Paris -By Muhammad Konto

Today am writing to express my deep concern on the recent state visit of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to France. The visit, which was at the invitation of French President Emmanuel Macron, is a significant development in the bilateral relations between Nigeria and France.

The three-day visit, which commenced on Wednesday, is expected to strengthen the ties between the two nations and foster collaboration in critical areas such as agriculture, security, education, health, energy transition, and youth development.

During his visit, President Tinubu and his wife, Oluremi Tinubu, will be received by President Macron and First Lady Brigitte Macron at the historic Les Invalides Military Museum and the Palais de l’Élysée.

The visit will include ceremonial receptions and bilateral meetings, which will provide a platform for the two leaders to discuss issues of mutual interest and concern. One of the key areas of discussion during the visit is expected to be the boosting of youth competencies.

Initiatives aimed at enhancing youth skills in automation, entrepreneurship, innovation, and leadership through exchange programs will be explored.

Economic cooperation will also be a major focus of the visit. Discussions on finance, solid minerals, trade, investments, and communication will take place, with the aim of strengthening economic ties between the two nations.

The France-Nigeria Business Council will also hold a session to promote private-sector involvement in economic development. This is a welcome development, as the private sector has a critical role to play in driving economic growth and development.

The visit of President Tinubu to France is a significant development in the bilateral relations between the two nations. It is expected to yield significant benefits for Nigeria, including increased economic cooperation, improved security, and enhanced youth development.

However, it is also important to note that the visit comes at a time when Nigeria is facing significant economic and security challenges. The country is still grappling with the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the security situation in some parts of the country remains a major concern.

Despite these challenges, the visit of President Tinubu to France is a positive development that has the potential to yield significant benefits for Nigeria.

The visit is also a testament to the strong bilateral relations between Nigeria and France. The two nations have a long history of cooperation, and this visit is expected to further strengthen their ties.

Moreover, to the bilateral meetings and discussions, President Tinubu’s visit to France will also provide an opportunity for him to meet with the Nigerian community in France.

This is an important aspect of the visit, as it will provide President Tinubu with an opportunity to connect with Nigerians living in France and to hear their concerns and ideas.

The visit of President Tinubu to France is a significant development in the bilateral relations between the two nations. It is expected to yield significant benefits for Nigeria, including increased economic cooperation, improved security, and enhanced youth development.

I urge President Tinubu to use this visit as an opportunity to strengthen the ties between Nigeria and France, and to explore new areas of cooperation that will benefit both nations.

I also call on the Nigerian government to ensure that the agreements and commitments made during the visit are implemented effectively, and that the benefits of the visit are felt by all Nigerians.

Muhammad Konto
Mass Communication department, Borno State University, Maiduguri.