Fani-Kayode arrives in South Africa, vows stronger ties

Nigeria's High Commissioner to South Africa, Femi Fani-Kayode, arrived in Johannesburg on Sunday to begin his diplomatic assignment. He vowed to strengthen ties between the two African nations and protect the interests of Nigerians residing in South Africa. Fani-Kayode, who is also concurrently accredited to Lesotho and Eswatin, emphasized the need to rebuild the bridge of friendship and cooperation, stating that their standing as Africa's largest economies places a responsibility on them to advance shared interests.

Upon his arrival at O. R. Tambo International Airport, the former aviation minister, who is also concurrently accredited to Lesotho and Eswatin, spoke to journalists and stressed the importance of stronger cooperation between Nigeria and South Africa, which would contribute to economic prosperity, regional stability, and African unity.