By Esohe Aifuwa
Nigeria Urges Action on Gaza Crisis, Strengthens Ties with Israel
Nigeria has expressed deep concern over the worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza, calling for urgent action during high-level talks with Israel.
In a meeting on Monday in Abuja, Nigeria’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Bianca Ojukwu-Odumegwu, met with Israel’s Vice-Foreign Minister, Sharren Haskel-Harpaz, to discuss pressing global issues, including the Israel-Hamas conflict.
The discussions also focused on deepening Nigeria-Israel relations, with both nations committing to enhanced cooperation in security, intelligence sharing, and counter-terrorism efforts, particularly targeting terror financing.
Ojukwu-Odumegwu highlighted Nigeria’s interest in expanding partnerships in agriculture, water management, renewable energy, ICT, education, and border security.
Several pending agreements, including those on education and audiovisual co-production, were also reviewed.
Read More:https://mediaerrandsnews.com/five-al-jazeera-staff-killed-in-gaza/
Haskel-Harpaz emphasized Israel’s dedication to fostering stronger ties with Nigeria, pledging support for joint initiatives in innovation and security training.
