On February 10, 1971, the People’s Republic of China and the Federal Republic of Nigeria formally established diplomatic relations. Over more than half a century, China-Nigeria relations have braved the shifting tides of the international landscape. These striking figures vividly demonstrate the strong resilience and vigorous vitality of China-Nigeria cooperation. Now, standing at a new historical starting point, China-Nigeria relations and our practical cooperation are embracing truly broad and unprecedented prospects. As we reflect on the journey behind us, China-Nigeria cooperation has achieved fruitful outcomes.

Source: The Guardian February 10, 2026 12:49 UTC