Nigeria and the European Union (EU) have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening migration cooperation with the signing of the EU–Nigeria Readmission Agreement on Tuesday, 10 November 2026, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Abuja.
Leading the EU delegation at the ceremony, H.E. Magnus Brunner, EU Commissioner for Internal Affairs and Migration, described the Agreement as a significant milestone in EU–Nigeria relations. He expressed optimism that the Agreement, which followed a decade of negotiations, would deliver benefits to both parties.
In her remarks, the Honourable Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, commended both parties for their commitment throughout the ten-year negotiation process, which culminated in the conclusion of the Agreement.
She noted that the Agreement reflected the shared resolve of Nigeria and the EU to strengthen migration cooperation, while underscoring Nigeria’s commitment to the welfare, safety and dignified return of its citizens.
The Minister expressed confidence that the Agreement would provide a framework for broader cooperation in areas of mutual interest, including education, capacity-building and vocational training.
The Readmission Agreement formalises the migration cooperation framework between Nigeria and the EU, outlining the reciprocal obligations of both parties to ensure that readmission processes uphold the safety, dignity and human rights of the individuals concerned.
Signed:
Oluwafemi Adeniyi
Spokesperson
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Abuja
Wednesday, 11 November 2026
