Tinubu Meets Rwandan President Kagame in UAE

President Bola Tinubu of Nigeria recently held discussions with Rwandan President Paul Kagame in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The meeting was disclosed through a post on Tinubu’s official X account on Monday.

During their engagement, Tinubu emphasized Africa’s potential for self-reliance, highlighting the continent's abundant resources, talent, and capacity for development.

He stated, “This evening, on the eve of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, I had meaningful conversations with Rwandan President Paul Kagame. Africa has what it takes to develop itself. We have the resources, the people, and the capacity. 

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We must look inward to improve intra-African trade and collaboration to benefit the African people and the continent. The time for Africa is now. We can. We must. We will.”

President Tinubu traveled to Abu Dhabi on Saturday to participate in the 2025 edition of the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, an event organized at the invitation of UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

The summit, themed “The Nexus of Next: Supercharging Sustainable Progress,” is scheduled to run from January 12 to 18 in Abu Dhabi. It brings together global leaders to accelerate sustainable development and foster socio-economic advancement.

In addition to attending the summit, President Tinubu is set to deliver a speech outlining his administration’s transformative policies, focusing on key areas such as energy efficiency, transportation, public health, and economic development.

FAQs on Tinubu’s Meeting with Rwandan President Kagame in the UAE

• What was the purpose of President Tinubu’s meeting with Rwandan President Paul Kagame?

The meeting was part of Tinubu’s visit to the UAE to attend the 2025 Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week. The discussion focused on improving intra-African trade, fostering collaboration, and leveraging Africa's resources and capacity for self-reliance and development.

• Why did President Tinubu travel to the UAE?

President Tinubu attended the 2025 Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week at the invitation of UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The event is aimed at accelerating sustainable development and advancing global socio-economic progress.

• What are the key themes of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2025?

The summit, themed “The Nexus of Next: Supercharging Sustainable Progress,” addresses global challenges such as energy efficiency, sustainability, and socio-economic development. President Tinubu is expected to highlight his administration’s reforms in these areas during his speech at the event.