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Nigeria and Brazil are preparing to strengthen their longstanding bilateral ties through enhanced cooperation on climate action, officials have confirmed.
The announcement comes ahead of the 30th Session of the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30), which will be held in Belém, Brazil, from November 10 to 21, 2025.
Nigeria’s Minister of Environment, Balarabe Lawal, emphasised that the conference will provide a platform to bolster collaboration under the Paris Agreement.
Speaking during a working visit by the Brazilian Ambassador to Nigeria, Carlos Garcete, Mr Lawal highlighted over six decades of productive engagement between the two nations, covering areas such as trade, tourism, culture, economic development, and environmental sustainability.
“The COP30 in Brazil presents a unique opportunity for both countries to strengthen our shared commitments to environmental sustainability and climate action.
Nigeria looks forward to exploring areas of mutual benefit, particularly in line with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which prioritises sustainable economic growth, climate resilience, and ecosystem health,” the minister said.
Mr Lawal also welcomed the recent resumption of direct flights between Nigeria and Brazil, describing the development as “a strategic move that will boost trade, tourism, and people-to-people exchange.”
Ambassador Garcete recalled Brazil’s presence at Nigeria’s independence celebrations in 1960, noting that the countries have maintained a strong partnership ever since.
He highlighted the potential for increased trade, especially in the non-oil sector, and pledged full support for Nigerian delegates attending COP30, including assistance with visa processing.
Both officials reiterated their commitment to addressing global environmental challenges through multilateral cooperation and underscored the importance of using platforms like COP30 to achieve sustainable development goals.
