President Bola Tinubu has asked France, China, and Denmark to take advantage of “Nigeria’s open door policy” and work at achieving a mutually beneficial economic relationship.
The president spoke on Thursday while receiving letters of credence from Marc Fonbaustier, French ambassador; Jens Hansen, Danish ambassador; and Yu Dunhai, Chinese ambassador, at the State House, Abuja.
The Nigerian leader, scheduled to pay a state visit to France, told the French ambassador that he was looking forward to consolidating his friendship with President Emmanuel Macron during the meeting.
“I am happy you are not a stranger in Africa from your background. Nigeria is the biggest country on the continent, and the headquarters of ECOWAS is based here,” Tinubu said.
“We have an open door policy, and we want your investors to take advantage of it.
“Our collaboration is essential for Africa, ECOWAS and Nigeria.”
The president also told the Danish ambassador that anticipating improved relations.
“Your country is known for promotion of democratic values and human rights and we are ready to collaborate with you,” he said.
He, however talked about his interest in improving the energy, education, medicare, and infrastructure sectors through collaboration with Denmark.
Whilst receiving Dunhai, President Tinubu appreciated President Xi Jinping of China for hosting him when he visited Beijing, and for participation in the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC).
He charged the Chinese envoy to work with the ministry of foreign affairs to translate the agreements into reality.