President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of Nigeria arrived in Rio de Janeiro late Sunday night, marking his participation in the 19th Heads of State and Government Summit of the G20.
Accompanied by a high-level delegation of ministers, Tinubu was welcomed by Brazilian officials, including Ambassador Breno Costa of the Ministry of External Relations.
The summit, hosted by Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, takes place from November 18 to 19 under the theme “Building a Just World and a Sustainable Planet.”
Discussions will prioritize sustainable development’s economic, social, and environmental dimensions, alongside pressing geopolitical concerns, including the Israel-Hamas conflict and escalating tensions between the United States and China.
Tinubu’s delegation reflects a diverse portfolio of Nigeria’s strategic priorities. Among those joining him are Foreign Minister Yusuf Tuggar, Minister of Livestock Development Idi Mukhtar Maiha, and Minister of Art, Tourism, Culture, and Creativity Hannatu Musawa. Others include Minister of State for Agriculture Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi and National Intelligence Agency Director General Amb. Mohammed Mohammed.
As part of his agenda, Tinubu is expected to engage in bilateral meetings on the summit’s sidelines to further Nigeria’s socio-economic reforms and global partnerships.
President Tinubu’s attendance underscores Nigeria’s commitment to engaging in multilateral platforms to address global challenges and promote sustainable development.
His participation also signals Nigeria’s intention to leverage the G20’s influence to strengthen its domestic economic agenda and global standing.
Brazilian Ambassador Carlos Areias, who extended President Lula’s formal invitation to Tinubu earlier this year, highlighted Brazil’s advocacy for robust global strategies to combat food insecurity and foster equitable development.
Tinubu’s presence at the summit is seen as a testament to the growing role of African nations in shaping global economic policies.