By Gabriel Ameh
ABUJA, August 13, 2026 — China has pledged RMB 200 million in grant assistance to Nigeria to support development projects agreed upon by the two governments.
The pledge was announced when the Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, H.E. Yu Dunhai, met with the Permanent Secretary of Nigeria’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Dr. Dunoma Umar Ahmed, in Abuja on Thursday.
During the meeting, Ambassador Yu said China-Nigeria relations have remained at the forefront of China-Africa cooperation since the two countries established diplomatic relations 55 years ago.
He noted that bilateral ties have entered a new phase of high-quality development under the strategic guidance of Chinese President Xi Jinping and Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, with both countries working to deepen their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
According to the ambassador, China and Nigeria have maintained close communication and coordination while working to implement agreements reached by the two heads of state, as well as the outcomes of the 2024 Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) Beijing Summit.
He said the latest grant is intended to further support Nigeria’s national development and economic growth, particularly through projects jointly agreed upon by both governments.
“China will provide RMB 200 million in grant assistance to Nigeria for the implementation of projects agreed upon by the two governments,” Ambassador Yu said.
Responding, Dr. Dunoma Umar Ahmed expressed appreciation to the Chinese government for its continued support for Nigeria’s economic and social development.
The Permanent Secretary said the grant reflects China’s commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation and demonstrates the depth of friendship between Nigeria and China.
He assured that Nigeria would ensure the grant is effectively utilised and would continue working with China to implement areas of cooperation agreed upon by both governments.
Dr. Ahmed added that Nigeria remains committed to further strengthening Nigeria-China relations and ensuring that bilateral cooperation delivers greater benefits to the people of both countries.
The latest commitment comes as Nigeria and China continue to expand cooperation across areas of economic development, infrastructure, trade and other sectors under their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
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