Nigeria, Bahrain forge diplomatic relations

Nigeria and the Republic of Bahrain have signed a communiqué establishing diplomatic relations between the two countries.

The ties were forged when Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Amb. Yusuf Tuggar visited Manama, Bahrain, and engaged in bilateral discussions with his Bahraini counterpart, Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani.

A statement by Tuggar’s Special Assistant on Media and Communications Strategy, Alkasim Abdulkadir, Sunday in Abuja, said the discussions focused on strengthening diplomatic relations, facilitating foreign direct investments from Bahrain, enhancing trade and investment opportunities, and fostering cooperation in the oil and gas sectors, with particular emphasis on onshore projects and the development of the 8th train LNG.

The ministers also deliberated on the training of Nigerian diplomats and collaboration within multilateral forums.

The statement added that, “Both ministers signed a Joint Communiqué, officially establishing diplomatic relations between the Federal Republic of Nigeria and the Kingdom of Bahrain. This agreement marks a significant milestone in fostering closer ties and mutual cooperation between the two nations.

This development aligns with Bahrain’s ongoing efforts to strengthen international partnerships. Recently, Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani chaired the third meeting of the national committee for monitoring the implementation of the outcomes of the Bahrain Summit Initiatives, underscoring the kingdom’s commitment to global collaboration.”