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Tinubu meets UK PM Starmer, secures £746m deal to upgrade Lagos ports

President Bola Tinubu is engaged in a high-profile meeting with United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer, focusing on enhancing diplomatic and economic relations between Nigeria and the UK.

As per a statement from the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, this engagement is set to result in the signing of multiple Memoranda of Understanding in crucial areas such as trade, investment, defense, and cultural collaboration.

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This strategic meeting highlights Nigeria’s dedication to strengthening bilateral relations, attracting foreign investment, and upgrading essential infrastructure to foster economic development.

A key outcome of the discussions is a £746 million financing agreement involving UK Export Finance, the Nigerian Ports Authority, and the Federal Ministry of Finance.

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This funding is intended for the rehabilitation of two significant maritime facilities: the Lagos Port Complex (Apapa Quays) and the Tin Can Island Port Complex, both critical for Nigeria’s import and export activities.

This agreement represents a notable advancement in efforts to enhance Nigeria’s maritime sector, improve port operational efficiency, and increase trade capabilities.

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