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Nigeria, Germany Strengthen Ties with Focus on Security and Arts

2/19/2026

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On February 18, 2026, Nigerian President Bola Tinubu and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz discussed strengthening bilateral relations.
They focused on security, power generation, railway infrastructure, creative arts, and skills development.
Tinubu called for used helicopters to aid Sahel intelligence operations.
Merz pledged Siemens technical assistance, Deutsche Bank financing, and a Great Museum of African Arts to promote cultural exchange.

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On February 18, 2026, Nigerian President Bola Tinubu and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz discussed strengthening bilateral relations.
They focused on security, power generation, railway infrastructure, creative arts, and skills development.
Tinubu called for used helicopters to aid Sahel intelligence operations.
Merz pledged Siemens technical assistance, Deutsche Bank financing, and a Great Museum of African Arts to promote cultural exchange.