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PARTNERSHIP: UK Minister for Africa Lord Collins Visits Nigeria

High-level talks focused on mutual economic growth and prosperity, and other shared priorities on security and migration.

by Peter Oluka
May 30, 2025
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UK Government’s Minister for Africa, Lord Collins of Highbury MP, Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Hon. Yusuf Tuggar and UK Trade Envoy to Nigeria, Florence Eshalomi MP, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Abuja, today.

UK Government’s Minister for Africa, Lord Collins of Highbury MP, Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Hon. Yusuf Tuggar and UK Trade Envoy to Nigeria, Florence Eshalomi MP, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Abuja, today.

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Lord Collins of Highbury, the United Kingdom’s minister for Africa, has concluded a three-day visit to Nigeria, aimed at reinforcing the UK-Nigeria Strategic Partnership.

He reaffirmed the UK Government’s strong commitment to deepening trade and investment ties between the United Kingdom and Nigeria.

During his visit, Lord Collins met with senior Nigerian government officials, business leaders, civil society representatives and United Nations agencies.

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UK Government’s Minister for Africa, Lord Collins of Highbury MP, and Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Kalu, after a meeting at the National Assembly in Abuja, yesterday.

These engagements underlined the UK’s long-term drive to support Nigeria’s prosperity and stability while deepening bilateral cooperation for transformative growth across our shared priorities.

A key highlight of the visit was Lord Collin’s bilateral meeting with Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, in which both parties reaffirmed their unwavering commitment to strengthening economic ties and promoting regional security.

The Minister was joined by Florence Eshalomi MP, the UK’s Trade Envoy to Nigeria.

Lord Collins also met with Benjamin Kalu, deputy speaker of the House of Representatives, and discussions focused on opportunities to strengthen engagement between UK’s parliament and Nigeria’s National Assembly and the importance of furthering women’s participation in politics.

UK Minister for Africa in Nigeria
L-r: Second Row] The UNHCR Representative in Nigeria, Arjun Jain; UNICEF Representative in Nigeria, Cristian Munduate; UK Government’s Minister for Africa, Lord Collins of Highbury MP; Head, Lake Chad Basin Block and Humanitarian and Resilience Team Leader, Elizabeth McGarva; UK’s Development Director in Nigeria, Cynthia Rowe; [Right to Left: First Row], British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Dr Richard Montgomery; UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Nigeria; Mohamed M. Malick Fall; and Country Director, World Food Programme in Nigeria, David Stevenson, after the meeting with UN Representatives at the British High Commissioner’s Residence in Maitama, Abuja, today.
Speaking on his visit, the UK Government’s Minister for Africa, Lord Collins said:

“Nigeria and the UK share a rich, ambitious relationship: one that is deeply rooted in respect. Our Strategic Partnership is at the forefront of this, and my visit has focused on how our countries can continue deepening our cooperation on key issues such as trade and investment to drive economic growth and deliver prosperity for us all.”

The Minister held discussions with United Nations representatives on the ongoing reform of the UN system, its implications for Nigeria and how the reform can effectively support those most in need, particularly in Northeast Nigeria, whilst also contributing to global humanitarian efforts.

Lord Collins also met with civil society leaders to discuss electoral integrity and governance reforms, reinforcing the UK’s commitment to democratic values and community empowerment.

He later visited Nigeria’s Anti-Kidnap Fusion Cell: a key security initiative supported by UK expertise through the National Crime Agency and the Integrated Security Fund, which plays a vital role in enhancing local safety and combating serious crime.

Meeting with Civil Society Leaders
L-r: Second Row] – Osasu Igbinedion Ogwuche, CEO of TOS TV network; Cynthia Mbamalu, Co-founder of Youth Initiative for Advocacy, UK Government’s Minister for Africa, Lord Collins of Highbury MP; UK’s Development Director in Nigeria, Cynthia Rowe; Bukola Idowu, Executive Director of the Kimpact Development Initiative (KDI); UK’s Political Counsellor in Nigeria, Natalie Palmer; [Left to Right: First Row], British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Dr Richard Montgomery and Waziri Adio, Founder of Agora Policy, after a meeting with Civil Society Leaders at the British High Commissioner’s Residence in Maitama, Abuja, yesterday.
Also commenting on the visit, Dr Richard Montgomery, the British High Commissioner to Nigeria, said:

“Driving growth is central to the UK’s foreign and development policy. Lord Collins’ visit to Nigeria underscores the UK’s unwavering commitment to deepening our shared prosperity through expanded trade and investment. We are proud to stand alongside Nigeria as it forges a resilient and dynamic economy.” 

This visit underscores the UK’s enduring partnership with Nigeria – built on mutual respect, shared goals, and a vision for a prosperous future for both nations.

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Peter Oluka

Peter Oluka (@peterolukai), editor of Techeconomy, is a multi-award winner practicing Journalist. Peter’s media practice cuts across Media Relations | Marketing| Advertising, other Communications interests. Contact: peter.oluka@techeconomy.ng

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