Nigeria’s President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, is of the belief that, “Africans and people of African origins everywhere have a shared destiny.”
The President who described himself as “a firm believer of building bridges” made the statement while addressing a special joint session of the Senate and the House of Assembly of Saint Lucia.
The President who jetted out of the country on Saturday 28 June, 2025 to Saint Lucia, said, Africans and people of African origin must unite “get organized and work towards a glorious future”.
He gave his reason for his visit to the Island Country, saying, it is to build the “bridge” that will connect Africa and the Caribbean, as well as, building a road through which economic ties can be deepened.
President Tinubu expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Philip J Pierre, Governor-General Cyril Charles and the people of Saint Lucia for their “warm hospitality”.
Taking to his official X account, President Tinubu said: “A short while ago, I addressed a special joint session of the Senate and the House of Assembly of Saint Lucia. As a firm believer in building bridges, I hold the view that Africans and people of African origins everywhere have a shared destiny; hence, we must come together, get organised, and work towards a glorious future.
“My visit to Saint Lucia is in keeping with the ideal of building the bridge between Africa and the Caribbean and creating a pathway to deepen economic ties and foster mutual cooperation. It also reflects our desire as a people to advance prosperity, sustainable development, and strengthen familial bonds.
“Nigeria and the island of Saint Lucia are bound by history, culture, and common aspirations. Our administration is determined to nurture and expand bilateral relations on trade, investment, tourism, education, and cultural exchange, as well as improve consular services for the citizens of both our nations.
“I thank Prime Minister Philip J Pierre @PhilipJPierreLC, Governor-General Cyril Charles, the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS), and the people of Saint Lucia for their warm hospitality. It has been a great honour. As they say in Kwéyòl, Mèsi anpil. Thank You very much.
“Nigeria remains committed to working hand in hand with our brothers and sisters in the Caribbean.”
