On Wednesday, 30th July 2025 the Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa (MP) held a meeting with the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Okujwu to discuss issues of mutual concern between the two countries.
During a press briefing after the meeting, Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa (MP) recalled the historical ties between Ghana and Nigeria.
He further recalled an unpleasant incident which occurred between the two countries in the past and emphasised the need for African countries to be united to ensure the prosperity of the continent. He added that the establishment of the Africa Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) should enable Africans to work together, create more employment, and transform the continent.
He stated that, the Government of Ghana will continue to ensure that the country is peaceful and further urged all nationals and non-nationals to be law abiding.
In her remarks, the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs of Nigeria, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Okujwu, commended Ghana for the role it continues to play in the sub-region and on the continent and further acknowledged the vital role Ghana and Nigeria continue to play in the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS).
Commenting on the viral video that caused tensions, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Okujwu condemned the incendiary comments and urged nationals of her country to avoid comments that have the potential of causing tension.
She commended the President of Ghana and the traditional authorities for their commitment to peace, continued coexistence between Nigerians and Ghanaians and the strengthening of relations between the two countries. She also recalled the historical ties between the two countries and called for the reactivation of the Permanent Joint Commission for Cooperation (PJCC) to further deepen the relations between the two countries.
