Chinese President Xi Jinping sent a message of sympathy to Nigerian President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday, mourning the passing of former Nigerian leader Muhammadu Buhari. The gesture highlights the deepening ties between China and Africa’s largest economy.
Buhari, who led Nigeria from 2015 to 2023, passed away in London on July 13 at age 82. Known for his anti-corruption campaigns and infrastructure push, his tenure saw strengthened cooperation with China, including major Belt and Road Initiative projects. 🇳🇬🇨🇳
In his message, Xi praised Buhari as \"a respected statesman\" and emphasized China’s commitment to \"working with Nigeria to advance mutual development.\" The move aligns with Beijing’s growing diplomatic engagement across Africa, where trade hit $282 billion in 2022.
Young professionals and culture enthusiasts are watching how such high-level exchanges could shape tech partnerships and youth programs in both nations. As one Lagos-based entrepreneur tweeted: \"Buhari bridged continents – may his legacy inspire more Afro-Sino collabs!\" 💡🌐
