French President Emmanuel Macron praised Nigerian President Bola Tinubu as a "great leader of a great country in Africa" during a bilateral meeting in Paris. Macron emphasized collaboration for progress, sparking mixed reactions on social media. The meeting highlights Nigeria's global importance and potential partnerships for regional development.
During a bilateral meeting in Paris, French President Emmanuel Macron hailed Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu as a "great leader of a great country in Africa." Macron emphasized the need for collaboration, expressing his intent to partner with Nigeria for progress and development.
The meeting underscored the importance of Nigeria as a key player on the African continent, with Macron extending a hand of partnership to foster mutual growth. "You are the great leader of a great country in Africa," Macron stated, reinforcing Nigeria's significant role in regional and global affairs.
While the remarks garnered varied reactions on social media, many Nigerians expressed skepticism about the intentions behind the praise.