Tinubu’s reforms should continue beyond 2027 — Chinese envoy

First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has received a message from China's Ambassador to Nigeria, Yu Dunhai, stating that the country's economic reforms under President Bola Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda are showing positive results that should continue beyond 2027. During a courtesy visit, Yu highlighted the growth of trade between the two nations, reaching $18bn in the first half of the year, and the country's newfound strength macroeconomically.

He noted that foreign investors have regained confidence in Nigeria, and China is keen to further engage with the nation. Yu emphasized the importance of staying the course with ongoing reforms and leveraging domestic human capital, while touting China's commitment to Africa's resource ownership and high-quality investment. The First Lady praised the endorsement of the President's second term by China, expressing optimism for further collaboration in health, education, and food security.