President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Thursday received his Chadian counterpart, Mahamat Idriss Déby, at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, in a move aimed at strengthening bilateral ties and advancing regional cooperation.
The high-level meeting, held behind closed doors, focused on key areas of mutual interest, including security collaboration, trade expansion, and economic development between both nations.
According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), the talks come amid ongoing efforts by Nigeria and Chad to deepen partnerships in addressing shared regional challenges.
The meeting also took place shortly before President Tinubu’s scheduled visit to Jos, Plateau State, where he is expected to commiserate with victims of recent attacks.
Nigeria and Chad remain strategic partners within the Lake Chad Basin, a region that has faced persistent security threats, including insurgency and cross-border criminal activities.
Both countries have continued to work closely through joint initiatives and multilateral frameworks to combat instability and promote peace in the region.
President Déby’s visit is seen as a reaffirmation of the enduring diplomatic relationship between the two nations, as well as a renewed commitment to strengthening cooperation in tackling security challenges and fostering economic growth.
Analysts say the engagement further signals ongoing efforts by regional leaders to reinforce multilateral collaboration in the Lake Chad Basin and ensure sustainable stability across the region.
