
President Bola Tinubu has proposed reciprocal visa waivers and educational exchanges as Nigeria formally establishes diplomatic relations with Saint Lucia, marking a new phase in Afro-Caribbean cooperation.
- Tinubu addressed Saint Lucia's parliament, urging OECS nations to adopt mutual visa waivers for officials
- Proposed joint commission to strengthen trade, education, and climate resilience partnerships
- Offered full scholarships to OECS students and extension of Nigeria's Technical Aid Corps
- Highlighted shared heritage, quoting Marcus Garvey: "Get organised and you will compel the world to respect you."
- Climate collaboration proposed for disaster preparedness and sustainable agriculture
- Visit part of Tinubu’s two-nation Caribbean/South America tour
Sources: Channels TV, Presidency Press Release