Investors should take advantage of Nigeria’s open door policy, says Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has urged France, China, and Denmark to take advantage of “Nigeria’s open door policy” and work towards a mutually beneficial economic relationship. 

Tinubu spoke on Thursday while receiving letters of credence from Marc Fonbaustier, French ambassador; Jens Hansen, Danish ambassador; and Yu Dunhai, Chinese ambassador, at the State House, Abuja. 

Tinubu, who is scheduled to pay a state visit to France, told the French ambassador that he was looking forward to solidifying his friendship with President Emmanuel Macron during the meeting. 

“I am happy you are not a stranger in Africa from your background. Nigeria is the biggest country on the continent, and the headquarters of ECOWAS is based here,” Tinubu said.

“We have an open door policy, and we want your investors to take advantage of it.

“Our collaboration is essential for Africa, ECOWAS and Nigeria.”

Tinubu also told the Danish ambassador that he looked forward to improved relations.

“Your country is known for promotion of democratic values and human rights and we are ready to collaborate with you,” he said.

Tinubu expressed interest in improving the energy, education, medicare, and infrastructure sectors through collaboration with Denmark.

Receiving Dunhai, Tinubu appreciated President Xi Jinping of China for hosting him during his visit to Beijing, and for participation in the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC).

He urged the envoy to work with the ministry of foreign affairs to translate the agreements into reality.