Iran Marks forty seventh Revolution Anniversary, Reaffirms Ties With Nigeria
Nigeria and Iran have reaffirmed their dedication to strengthening South–South cooperation and increasing bilateral relations, as diplomats, authorities officers, and subnational leaders gathered in Abuja to mark the forty seventh anniversary of Iran’s Islamic Revolution.
Talking on the occasion, Iranian Ambassador to Nigeria, Gholamreza Mahdavi Raja, described the anniversary as a second to replicate on Iran’s political evolution since 1979 and to consolidate partnerships with pleasant nations, together with Nigeria.
“The Islamic Revolution of Iran was not merely a switch of political energy; it marked the start of nationwide sovereignty, fashionable governance, and the restoration of the dignity and independence of the Iranian nation,” he mentioned.
The ambassador outlined Iran’s achievements over the previous 4 many years regardless of regional and international challenges, citing developments in science and expertise, healthcare, industrial production, infrastructure, and non-oil exports. He pressured Iran’s dedication to dialogue, multilateralism, and balanced diplomacy in its overseas coverage engagements.
On bilateral relations, Raja famous that Nigeria occupies a strategic place in Iran’s Africa coverage, whereas Iran’s expertise in power, agriculture, healthcare, schooling, and industrial improvement positions it as a reliable accomplice for Nigeria’s development ambitions.
“The deepening of pleasant relations between Iran and Nigeria is not going to solely serve the nationwide pursuits of each nations however may also strengthen South–South cooperation and contribute to international peace and improvement,” he added.
Representing the Nigerian authorities, Ambassador Bukar Buni Hamman, Director of the Areas Division on the Ministry of Overseas Affairs, prolonged goodwill to Iran and acknowledged the regular enlargement of {economic} cooperation between each nations.
He highlighted rising collaboration in power, agriculture, manufacturing, and client items, noting that South–South partnerships provide alternatives for {economic} diversification and mutual improvement.
“Nigeria stays firmly dedicated to peaceable coexistence, respect for sovereignty, and the peaceable decision of disputes. Dialogue and diplomacy stay important for worldwide stability and sustainable improvement,” Hamman mentioned.
Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, additionally underscored Iran’s significance as a accomplice for Nigeria and Africa, notably in commerce, commerce, and industrialisation. He disclosed that an Iranian firm is establishing a lead and zinc processing trade in Bauchi State to create a full worth chain reasonably than exporting uncooked supplies.
He added that discussions are ongoing with Iranian traders in agriculture and livestock improvement, together with ranching and dairy production.
“We’re right here as a result of we wish to study, improve our bilateral relations, and reassure Iranian traders that Nigeria is a pleasant nation the place they will thrive,” Mohammed mentioned.
The occasion concluded with renewed commitments from each nations to increase cooperation in commerce, funding, and diplomacy in pursuit of shared improvement aims and stronger South–South collaboration.
By Michael Olugbode
Times Nigeria