The federal government has called for collaboration with the South African government to ensure the certification of geologists and other professionals in Nigeria.
This appeal was made by the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Ojukwu, during her opening remarks as co-chair of the 11th Nigeria-South Africa Bi-National Commission (BNC) Ministerial Meeting, held Monday in Cape Town, South Africa.
Ojukwu highlighted the long-standing relationship between the two nations since the BNC’s inception in 1999.
She encouraged participants to approach discussions with enthusiasm and mutual trust to strengthen bilateral ties.
Addressing the need for collaboration, Ojukwu stated: “We are seeking collaboration with South Africa in capacity development in the area of certification of geologists and other professionals.”
She disclosed that Nigeria had prepared Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) for South Africa’s consideration, aimed at enhancing the global competitiveness of Nigerian mining professionals.
“This project holds a lot of promises for the future of Nigeria-South Africa relations,” she added.
The Minister reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to fostering stronger partnerships with South Africa for mutual benefits.
