On June 11, 2025, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Nigerian Minister of Foreign Affairs Yusuf Maitama Tuggar in Changsha.

Wang Yi said that China and Nigeria are both major developing countries, representatives of emerging economies and important members of the Global South. Under the strategic guidance of President Xi Jinping and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, China-Nigeria relations have gone beyond the bilateral scope and are gaining increasing global significance. This year, the foreign ministers of the two countries have met three times. China is willing to maintain frequent communication with Nigeria, strengthen strategic coordination, and continuously elevate the China-Nigeria comprehensive strategic partnership to new levels. The two sides should also work hand in hand and shoulder their responsibilities together, enhancing solidarity and cooperation among the Global South within the framework of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation and jointly safeguarding the legitimate rights and interests of developing countries.

Wang Yi said that the Chinese side appreciates Nigeria's support for China in safeguarding core interests, and will likewise support Nigeria in safeguarding its legitimate rights and interests. China is ready to enhance all-round exchanges with Nigeria and deepen the sharing of governance experience. With highly complementary economies, China and Nigeria enjoy broad prospects for mutually beneficial cooperation. China is ready to work with Nigeria to negotiate and sign the agreement on economic partnership for shared development to make full use of the zero-tariff policy, share development opportunities, and achieve common revitalization.

Yusuf Maitama Tuggar said that the diplomatic philosophies of Nigeria and China are highly consistent. Nigeria fully agrees with the diplomatic principles advocated by China and is pleased to be a member of the International Organization for Mediation. Nigeria will continue to firmly defend multilateralism and is committed to the peaceful settlement of disputes. Fruitful outcomes have been achieved in Nigeria-China relations, and Nigeria is willing to further deepen cooperation in various fields with China and work for greater progress in the Nigeria-China comprehensive strategic partnership.