President Tinubu, Rwandan Kagame deepen bilateral relations

*Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and President Paul Kagame of Rwanda resolve to activate mechanisms to deepen bilateral relations between the two African economies

Isola Moses | ConsumerConnect

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and President Paul Kagame have resolved to activate mechanisms to deepen bilateral relations between Nigeria and Rwanda.

Sequel to his arrival in Kigali, Rwanda, for the Africa CEO Forum, President Tinubu had met with President Kagame at the Urugwiro Presidential Villa.

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Mr. Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Wednesday, May 13, 2026, stated both leaders emphasised the importance of reviving the Joint Permanent Ministerial Commission (JPMC), originally signed by both countries in 2021.

They described the JPMC as a vital platform for advancing their shared objectives.

They also agreed that Nigeria should host the next meeting of the Commission.

In reviewing consular matters, Tinubu stated that Nigeria would seriously consider reciprocating Rwanda’s 30-day visa-free status for Nigerians in the spirit of Pan-Africanism.

The statement indicated the two presidents as well discussed the activation of pending Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) in areas of tourism, illicit drugs, and anti-corruption.

Onanuga said the move underscored President Tinubu’s commitment to inter-African integration, mutual respect, and shared prosperity.

Presidents Tinubu and Kagame exchanged ideas towards operationalising the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA) between the two countries.

The two leaders have remained steadfast in their support for this agreement, stated the Presidential aide.

It is recalled that Nigeria, in 2025, established an air cargo corridor with Uganda Airways.

The country is now in discussions with RwandAir to facilitate greater export opportunities for Nigerian businesses across the continent, the statement noted.

The Africa CEO meeting begins Thursday, May 14.

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