Laurent Favier Speaks on France-Nigeria Cooperation

As France celebrated its National Day recently which is known as the Bastille Day, The French Consul General in Lagos, Laurent Favier has shared that beyond the values and the ties that unite Nigeria and France, both countries bilateral cooperation dates back to many decades and he is proud that it is thriving in almost all sectors. 

He further expressed that, “During the recent period, we have established new partnerships, primarily for the brilliant and talented youth and women of this country, whose energy inspires us. With the objectives of job creation and entrepreneurship, we eagerly support the development of vocational training, creative and cultural industries, digital and technological innovation, e-sport, student mobility and university cooperation.”

He also noted that the goal of the recently completed cultural collaboration was to provide guidance, structure and support for the growth and development of a number of high-potential Nigerian entrepreneurs both locally and internationally. Adding further he stated that, “In June, the Agence Française de Développement (AFD) Group also celebrated its 15th anniversary in Nigeria with a successful event in Abuja. Since 2009, the AFD Group has asserted itself a major technical and financial partner of Nigeria, investing 3.3 billion euros in over 57 projects, including 800 million euros through its private-sector subsidiary Proparco. Under the patronage of the French Embassy, the partnership between AFD and Nigeria aims to promote a sustainable and inclusive development model that generates employment, improves infrastructure, and supports education and skills development.”