China has reaffirmed its commitment to Nigeria’s sovereignty and internal stability, pledging enhanced security cooperation between both nations. The assurance came during a meeting between China’s Ambassador to Nigeria, Yu Dunhai, and the National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, in Abuja.
In a post on X, Ambassador Dunhai highlighted that relations between the two countries have deepened since President Bola Tinubu’s state visit to China and participation in the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation last year. He said ongoing practical cooperation across key sectors has continued to yield “fruitful outcomes,” contributing to Nigeria’s socioeconomic progress and improved living standards.
The envoy stated that China “firmly supports the Nigerian government in leading its people on a development path that fits Nigeria’s national realities,” and strongly opposes “any country’s interference in other countries’ internal affairs under the pretext of religion and human rights.”
Dunhai also condemned “the wanton threat of sanction and use of force” against Nigeria, reaffirming China’s readiness to assist in combating terrorism and strengthening domestic peace and stability.
The meeting took place against the backdrop of escalating diplomatic tension following U.S. President Donald Trump’s designation of Nigeria as a “Country of Particular Concern” and his threats of possible military intervention over alleged mass killings of Christians in the country.
