President Bola Tinubu on Friday extended his heartfelt condolences to the government and people of India on the passing of former Prime Minister, Dr Manmohan Singh.
Singh, India’s Prime Minister between 2004 and 2014, died Thursday at the age of 92.
Grow your business with us
Prime Minister Singh’s official visit to Nigeria in 2007 was historic as he earned the distinct honour of addressing a joint session of the National Assembly, a privilege accorded to only a few global leaders.
The president, in a release issued by his Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, paid tribute to Dr. Singh’s dedication to strengthening the Nigeria-India relationship, noting that his diplomatic efforts remain a reference point in the history of bilateral relations between the two nations.
President Tinubu recounted the establishment of the Strategic Partnership between Nigeria and India under Singh’s tenure, which has continued to flourish, driving political and economic prosperity for both countries.
He further lauded Prime Minister Singh’s efforts to forge improved cooperation in defence, trade, culture, education, health, science and technology, and ICT.
Expressing gratitude to the people of India for celebrating the life and accomplishments of this selfless leader and distinguished economist, the Nigerian leader hailed Singh’s role in steering India’s economic reforms during globally challenging times.
He prayed that the departed prime minister’s dedication to service will inspire the people of India.