August 1, 2026

FG felicitates with Colombia’s President-Elect, Abelardo de la Espriella

FG felicitates with Colombia’s President-Elect, Abelardo de la Espriella

The Federal Government has congratulated Abelardo de la Espriella on his election as President of Colombia.

 

In a statement by the Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Ebienfa said Nigeria welcomes the democratic choice of the Colombian people and looks forward to working with the incoming administration ahead of its swearing-in on August 7th.

The Nigerian government noted that Nigeria and Colombia share a commitment to democracy, peace, and sustainable development.

It reaffirmed Nigeria’s readiness to further strengthen bilateral relations in areas of trade, investment, security, and South-South collaboration.

The statement also wished the President-Elect, Abelardo de la Espriella, success in advancing the progress and prosperity of the Colombian people.