Egypt to strengthen ties with Nigeria in agriculture, education, telecom

Awad announced this at a ceremony to mark the country’s national day late on Thursday in Abuja. He said that the partnership would also extend to other critical areas, including renewable energy, irrigation, tourism and water management.

“I must underscore that Nigeria and Egypt are redefining and readapting their long-standing and historic ties,” he added.

The envoy said that the two countries would also deepen ties to tackle insecurity and achieve meaningful growth in both countries.

“Our two countries have taken significant strides in recent years in strategic areas, including our flourishing partnership in countering-terrorism and de-radicalisation.