Vice President of Columbia arrives Abuja for three-day official visit

The Vice President of Colombia, Her Excellency Francia Márquez, on Saturday arrived the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport

Vice President of Colombia, Her Excellency Francia Márquez, on Saturday arrived the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja for a three-day official visit to Nigeria.

The Colombian Vice President’s official visit to Nigeria is expected to deepen diplomatic and strategic relations between Nigeria and Colombia and enhance collaboration in areas of mutual interest, including governance, trade, agriculture, energy, education, and security, among others.

Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima on his X posted that the country would host the Colombia VP on an official visit to deepen diplomatic and economic cooperation.

“From August 30 to September 2, 2025, Nigeria will host Her Excellency Francia Márquez, Vice President of Colombia, on an official visit to deepen diplomatic and economic cooperation.

“This historic engagement will strengthen ties in trade, agriculture, education, energy, culture, and women’s empowerment, opening a new chapter in South-South collaboration.

“Together, we are building bridges and shaping a future of shared prosperity,” Shettima said.