The Government of the Federal Republic of Nigeria extends its warmest congratulations to His Excellency Abelardo de la Espriella on his electoral victory and emergence as President-elect of the Republic of Colombia.
The people and Government of Nigeria welcome this democratic expression of the will of the Colombian people and look forward to working closely with the incoming administration as it prepares to assume office.
Nigeria and Colombia share a commitment to democracy, peace, and sustainable development. The Government of Nigeria, therefore, reaffirms its readiness to further strengthen the existing bonds of friendship and cooperation between our two nations in areas of mutual interest, including trade, investment, security, and South-South collaboration.
We wish His Excellency Abelardo de la Espriella every success in the discharge of his high responsibilities and in his efforts to advance the progress and prosperity of the Colombian people.
Signed:
Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, anipr
Spokesperson
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Abuja
Thursday 30, July 2026
