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  • Nigeria-China Partnership: Tegbe Briefs Tinubu on Key Milestones

    Nigeria-China Partnership: Tegbe Briefs Tinubu on Key Milestones

    Joseph Tegbe, Director-General and Global Liaison of the Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership (NCSP), has paid a courtesy visit to President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja to provide updates on the advancing strategic partnership between Nigeria and the People’s Republic of China.

    According to a statement from the NCSP Media Directorate, Tegbe briefed the President on key developments in transformative projects and ongoing engagements with Chinese government officials and business leaders.

    “The initiatives focus on critical sectors, including infrastructure, manufacturing, technology, healthcare, agriculture, education, and mineral development, aligning with Nigeria’s Renewed Hope Agenda to foster economic growth and enhance living standards,” the statement said.

    Tegbe highlighted recent milestones, including productive discussions with major Chinese stakeholders such as Huawei and Power China, to advance agreements from the 2024 Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC).

    President Tinubu, in his remarks, commended the NCSP for its proactive role in deepening Nigeria-China relations. He urged the team to accelerate the implementation of priority projects to deliver measurable benefits to Nigerians.

    Appointed in September 2024, Tegbe oversees the implementation of Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) signed during the FOCAC Beijing Summit. Some of these initiatives include cooperation on the Belt and Road Initiative, the development of peaceful nuclear energy applications, human resource development under the Global Development Initiative, and media collaboration between the China Media Group and the Nigerian Television Authority.

  • NCSP DG Tegbe partners NIPC to Boost Chinese Investment in Nigeria

    NCSP DG Tegbe partners NIPC to Boost Chinese Investment in Nigeria

    In a significant step toward enhancing foreign direct investment (FDI), Director-General Joseph Tegbe of the Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership (NCSP) recently hosted Ms. Aisha Rimi, Executive Secretary and CEO of the Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission (NIPC).

    According to a statement from the NCSP media office, the meeting highlighted the deepening collaboration between the two entities to facilitate Chinese business investments in Nigeria, aligning with the country’s economic diversification goals.

    “The NCSP and NIPC have been working closely in recent months to create a more investor-friendly environment for Chinese enterprises.

    “Their efforts focus on streamlining the entry and establishment processes for Chinese businesses, fostering industrial growth, and promoting technology transfer.

    “This partnership is a cornerstone of the Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership, which seeks to strengthen economic ties between the two nations,” the statement said.

    It noted that the engagement supports President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope agenda, which emphasizes economic growth, job creation, and inclusive development.

    “By attracting Chinese investment in key sectors, the NCSP-NIPC collaboration aims to drive industrial development and create opportunities that improve the livelihoods of Nigerians,” the statement added.

    Speaking during the engagement,  Tegbe said the strategic partnership with China is key to Nigeria’s economic transformation.

    “Our work with NIPC ensures that Chinese investors find a welcoming and efficient environment, which will translate into tangible benefits for our economy and people,” he said.

    In her remarks, Rimi said the NIPC is committed to making Nigeria a top destination for global investors.

    “Our collaboration with NCSP is unlocking new opportunities for Chinese businesses, which will contribute to job creation and sustainable development,” the NIPC boss said.

    China-Nigeria trade relations have grown significantly since diplomatic ties were established in 1971, driven by mutual economic interests and Nigeria’s quest for development. In 2023, bilateral trade reached $22.6 billion, making Nigeria one of China’s top trading partners in Africa, with a 33% annual growth rate.

  • Tegbe, Reps Committee Vow to Strengthen Nigeria-China Relations

    Tegbe, Reps Committee Vow to Strengthen Nigeria-China Relations

    Michael Onjewu, Abuja

    Joseph Tegbe, Director-General and Global Liaison of the Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership (NCSP) on Tuesday paid a courtesy visit to Hon. Jaafaru Yakubu, Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Nigeria-China Parliamentary Relations, at the National Assembly Complex in Abuja.

    According to a statement from the lawmaker’s office, both parties discussed collaboration, synergy, and cooperation between the executive and legislative branches regarding Nigeria-China developmental relations.

    In his remarks, Hon. Jaafaru stated that his committee will review laws pertaining to mining, manufacturing, and construction to position Nigeria not just as a trade partner of China, but as a developmental partner.

    On his part, Tegbe stated that Nigeria aims to leverage China’s modernization policy for industrialization.

    “We envision being in a net surplus position within the next five years. There is nothing Brazil is doing with China that Nigeria cannot achieve, and we will also leverage China’s modernization policy for Nigeria’s industrial growth,” he noted.

    This visit follows Tegbe’s recent trip to China, aimed at enhancing bilateral relations between the two nations.

    During the China visit, Tegbe engaged with senior Chinese government officials and participated in strategic meetings aimed at finalizing agreements that will bolster the Nigerian economy in critical sectors such as agriculture, alternative energy, healthcare, mining, education, and technology.

    In September 2024, President Bola Tinubu appointed Tegbe as Director-General of the NCSP, tasking him with implementing various Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) signed between China and Nigeria during the Beijing summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC). Tegbe is also responsible for promoting a deeper understanding of developmental programs between the two countries.

    Some of the MoUs signed at the summit include: Cooperation on jointly promoting the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), Peaceful application of nuclear energy, Strengthening cooperation on human resource development under the Global Development Initiative and Media exchange and collaboration between China Media Group and the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA).

  • DG, Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership Felicitates Chinese on Lantern Festival

    DG, Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership Felicitates Chinese on Lantern Festival

    By Michael Onjewu, Abuja

    The Director-General of the Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership (NCSP), Joseph Tegbe, has on behalf of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu extended good wishes to the people of China and the Chinese community in Nigeria on the celebration of the Lantern Festival which comes after the Chinese Lunar New Year.

    This stems from the strong economic and bilateral relations between Nigeria and China, which has manifested in the strong commitment to advancing economic and infrastructural development in the country.

    Tegbe, in his celebratory message, conveys the wish of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the good people of Nigeria to his Chinese counterpart, through the Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership.

    The NCSP DG, wishes the Chinese community in the country a happy celebration, with love and happiness, as the Lunar Year ushers in good tidings that resonates with the diplomatic ties between both countries.

    He prays that the Lantern Festivity brings prosperity, good fortune, and joy to the people of China and the Chinese community in Nigeria.

    The DG also expressed his delight at the hospitality of the Chinese business community, during his recent visit to China for expansion of Nigeria’s economic and business growth.

    The trip which resulted in a series of talks with leading Chinese Corporations, Banks, and Business leaders to review the priority of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) projects and explore various funding options for accelerated delivery, was very successful.

    While in China, Tegbe bolstered strategic agreements in vital sectors of the economy, and the support for Nigeria’s economic diversification plans, infrastructure development, technology transfer, and job creation, for mutually beneficial collaboration between the two nations.

    The Lantern Festival, also known as the Spring Lantern Festival, is a Chinese festival celebrated on the fifteenth day of the first month in the lunar Chinese calendar. This marks the final day of traditional Chinese New Year celebrations. Over time, it has become the most popular lantern festival and light event in China.

     

  • Tegbe Visits Chinese Embassy, Presents Scorecard to Yu Dunhai

    Tegbe Visits Chinese Embassy, Presents Scorecard to Yu Dunhai

    Michael Onjewu, Abuja

    Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe, the Director-General of the Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership (NCSP), has paid a consultative visit to the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Nigeria.

    According to a press statement from the agency’s media department, Tegbe, during the visit, presented a comprehensive overview of NCSP activities to His Excellency Yu Dunhai, the Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria.

    The report detailed the activities and achievements of the NCSP, emphasizing its commitment to strengthening bilateral relations and fostering strategic collaboration between Nigeria and China in key sectors of mutual interest.

    “This presentation reaffirms the NCSP’s dedication to information sharing, enhancing economic cooperation, infrastructure development, and technological innovation between the two nations, as highlighted in the recently established Comprehensive Strategic Partnership,” the statement noted.

    This comes weeks after Tegbe visited China to enhance bilateral relations between the two nations.

    During the China visit, Tegbe engaged with senior Chinese government officials and participated in strategic meetings aimed at finalizing agreements that will bolster the Nigerian economy in critical sectors such as agriculture, alternative energy, healthcare, mining, education, and technology.

    In September 2024, President Bola Tinubu appointed Tegbe as Director-General of NCSP with a mandate to implement various Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) signed between China and Nigeria during the Beijing summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC). Tegbe is also tasked with promoting a deeper understanding of developmental programs between the two countries.

    Some of the MoUs signed at the summit include: Cooperation on jointly promoting the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI); Peaceful application of nuclear energy; Strengthening cooperation on human resource development under the Global Development Initiative; and Media exchange and collaboration between China Media Group and the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA).

     

  • 2025 Lunar New Year: Tegbe Extends Nigeria’s Warm Greetings to China

    2025 Lunar New Year: Tegbe Extends Nigeria’s Warm Greetings to China

    By Michael Onjewu, Abuja

    Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe, Director-General and Global Liaison of the Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership (NCSP), has extended Nigeria’s warmest greetings to the People’s Republic of China on behalf of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in celebration of the 2025 Chinese Lunar New Year, also known as the Spring Festival.

    In a goodwill message he personally signed, Tegbe expressed his belief that the Year of the Snake will bring prosperity, good fortune, and joy to the people of both China and Nigeria.

    He reaffirmed the NCSP’s commitment to deepening bilateral ties, fostering economic cooperation, and promoting people-to-people exchanges with China.

    The message reads in part: “As we mark the beginning of the Year of the Snake, we reflect on the strong bonds of friendship and cooperation between Nigeria and China. The NCSP remains committed to deepening our bilateral ties, fostering economic cooperation, and promoting people-to-people exchanges.

    “May the New Year bring prosperity, good fortune, and joy to the people of China and Nigeria. We look forward to continued collaboration and mutual growth in the years ahead.”

    This year, the Chinese New Year falls on January 29, culminating with the Lantern Festival on February 12.

    More than 2 billion people, representing over one-sixth of the world’s population, celebrate this festival, while sixteen countries observe the Lunar New Year with public holidays, celebrations, and family reunions.

    In December 2024, UNESCO recognized the Spring Festival as part of the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.

  • Joseph Tegbe Arrives in China to Strengthen Nigeria-China Ties

    Joseph Tegbe Arrives in China to Strengthen Nigeria-China Ties

     

    Michael Onjewu, Abuja

    Joseph Tegbe, the Director-General and Global Liaison of the Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership, has arrived in China to enhance bilateral relations between the two nations.


    Joseph Tegbe with the president of China Habour Engineering Martin Chen and the Managing Director Jason Wang during a meeting in Beijing

    In September 2024, President Bola Tinubu appointed Tegbe to this role with a mandate to implement various Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) signed between China and Nigeria during the Beijing summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC). Tegbe is also tasked with promoting a deeper understanding of developmental programs between the two countries.

    Some of the MoUs signed at the summit include: Cooperation on jointly promoting the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI); Peaceful application of nuclear energy; Strengthening cooperation on human resource development under the Global Development Initiative; and Media exchange and collaboration between China Media Group and the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA).

    According to a statement from the Directorate’s media department, Tegbe will engage with senior Chinese government officials and participate in strategic meetings aimed at finalizing agreements that will bolster the Nigerian economy in critical sectors such as agriculture, alternative energy, healthcare, mining, education, and technology.

    “These agreements will focus on enhancing agricultural productivity, developing renewable energy sources, improving access to quality healthcare, harnessing Nigeria’s mineral resources, strengthening educational institutions, and fostering innovation and technological advancement in Nigeria,” the statement said.

    “As the Director-General of the Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership, Tegbe is spearheading efforts to drive Nigeria’s socio-economic transformation through targeted Chinese investments, supporting China’s Belt and Road Initiative, and advancing Nigeria’s Renewed Hope Agenda.”

    The statement noted that the partnership is vital for Nigeria’s objective of becoming a net exporter to China within the next five years. It also serves as a platform for realizing President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope agenda, which seeks to explore new developmental pathways with China as a key partner.

    Tegbe’s visit follows the recent trip of Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi to Nigeria, where he met with President Bola Tinubu and Foreign Minister Yusuf Tuggar to strengthen bilateral relations and facilitate the implementation of FOCAC agreements.

  • Tegbe Highlights Private Sector’s Role in Nigeria-China Partnership

    Tegbe Highlights Private Sector’s Role in Nigeria-China Partnership

    My Michael Onjewu, Abuja

    Joseph Olasunkami Tegbe, Director-General and Global Liaison for the Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership, emphasized the crucial role of private enterprises from China and Nigeria in fostering a mutually beneficial bilateral relationship between the two countries.

    Tegbe made this statement during his keynote address at the 18th China Engineering and Technology Expo, which recently took place in Abuja.

    The event brought together stakeholders from Nigeria and China and featured the launch of the Green Development Index in Africa and China, an initiative to promote sustainability and environmentally friendly practices across both regions.

    According to Tegbe, private enterprises from both countries will drive growth, development, and prosperity in both nations.

    He noted that the Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership Office was created to strengthen bilateral relations through expanded trade and investment, infrastructure development, human capacity building, and technology transfer.

    Tegbe urged the business community to take advantage of the partnership, aligning with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu and the Belt and Road Initiative of the Chinese Government.

    Earlier in his remarks, Fang Qiuchen, Chairman of the China International Construction Association (CHINCA) said China and Nigeria are collaborating to leverage advanced technologies aimed at enhancing infrastructure development in both nations.

    Mr Fang emphasized that green development and the digital economy have emerged as key drivers of economic growth, presenting significant opportunities for collaboration in sustainable infrastructure.

    “Both China and Nigeria are actively exploring the use of advanced technologies, such as big data, cloud computing, and AI, to enhance the intelligence and automation of infrastructure. The integration of digital technology with new infrastructure, the blue economy, and agricultural modernization has become a focal point for our cooperation,” he said.

    Fang noted that Chinese companies have undertaken substantial infrastructure projects in Nigeria across various sectors, including transportation, power generation, petrochemicals, communications, and industrial investment parks.

    “Notable projects include the Lekki Deep Sea Port, Dangote Oil Refinery, Lagos Rail Mass Transit, Lagos International Airport and the Lagos Blue Line Rail. These cooperation projects have contributed greatly to the social and economic development of Nigeria, and greatly strengthened our bilateral relations,” he added.