Jamaica: Nigerian envoy presents letters of credence to Governor-General

…says it is new dawn in Nigeria-Jamaica bilateral ties

By Favour Ulebor

The Nigerian High Commissioner to Jamaica, Dr Jane Bassey Adams, on Thursday, presented her letters of credence to the Governor-General of Jamaica, Sir Patrick Allen.

Speaking during the ceremony, Adams conveyed the warmest greetings from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on behalf of the Government and people of Nigeria, to the government and people of Jamaica on the auspicious occasion.

She said her presentation of letters of credence marked a new dawn in Nigeria’s relations with Jamaica.

Adams said: “Today marks another milestone in relations between Nigeria and Jamaica which are bound by a rich tapestry of history, shared heritage, and an unbreakable kinship that that has transcended the distance between our two nations. We are a people united by blood, culture, and a shared vision of freedom, resilience, and greatness.”

The immediate past acting high commissioner to Australia further said as she assumed duties as the high commissioner of Nigeria to Jamaica, her mission is clear – a new dawn in the bilateral relations between both countries to further strengthen the historic ties and translate the deep cultural affinity into robust, mutually beneficial partnerships in trade, investment, health, culture, technology, tourism, and education.

Speaking earlier, the Governor-General of Jamaica, Sir Patrick Allen, acknowledged 56 years of diplomatic relations between Jamaica and Nigeria, noting that the figure alone does not adequately capture the depth of the relationship.

He expressed appreciation for Nigeria’s contribution of specialist nurses and educators to Jamaica, describing it as a reflection of the warm friendship between both countries.

He also wished the ambassador a successful tour of duty.