Israeli officials and Nigerian leaders strengthened cooperation in agriculture and healthcare during recent meetings in Abuja. The partnership aimed to boost food production and improve emergency medical services.
Secretary to the Government of the Federation George Akume received Israeli Ambassador to Nigeria Michael Freeman. Freeman expressed Israel’s readiness to partner with Nigeria in developing its agricultural sector.
He highlighted advanced Israeli technologies and seedlings that would help boost food production and position Nigeria as a major exporter of agricultural products.
Akume reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to bilateral relations. He commended Israel’s advancements in agriculture and technological innovation. Both sides discussed opportunities for capacity development to address food security challenges.
Freeman announced that Israel would donate about 60 fully equipped ambulances to Nigeria. He stated that the first three ambulances were already on their way. “We want to donate 50–60 ambulances to Nigeria; starting with about three or four. This is a significant package to save lives,” Freeman said.
Nigerian officials welcomed the donation. Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, who received Freeman on a courtesy visit earlier, commended the pledge. Israel also planned to train personnel who would operate the ambulances.
The meetings covered security, education, technology, and economic ties. Nigerian leaders emphasized the need for intelligence sharing and border management. Freeman highlighted plans to expand entrepreneurship programmes and share expertise across sectors.
Officials from both countries expressed confidence that these initiatives would drive Nigeria’s socio-economic development. The partnership built on existing friendly relations between the two nations.
