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Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden is on a three-day official visit to Nigeria to strengthen economic and diplomatic ties, including opening a Swedish Trade Office in Lagos and high-level meetings with Nigerian officials.
Crown Princess Victoria Désirée of Sweden is currently on a three-day official visit to Nigeria as part of efforts to deepen diplomatic and economic relations between both countries.
The Crown Princess, who arrived in Abuja on April 7, was received at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa by Vice President Kashim Shettima. Her Royal Highness was welcomed by the Deputy Chief of Staff to the President, Senator Ibrahim Hadejia, at 2:13 p.m. before proceeding to a closed-door meeting with the Vice President.
A major highlight of her visit is the inauguration of the Swedish Trade Office in Lagos, scheduled for Today, April 8, 2025. The new trade office is expected to be a cornerstone for stronger economic collaboration and increased bilateral trade between Sweden and Nigeria.
Speaking at a reception held in her honour in Abuja, Crown Princess Victoria expressed enthusiasm about the potential of the partnership.
“It’s wonderful to see the opportunities that are here. And I think it’s specifically important during the times that we live right now,” she said.
She also emphasised that the establishment of a physical trade office in Nigeria was long overdue and praised the strengthening ties between both nations.
Vice President Shettima, who visited the Crown Princess at the Royal Palace in Stockholm last October, described her visit as a significant step toward deeper institutional relations and greater cultural exchange.
“This visit is not only a continuation of dialogue but a new chapter for both nations,” he noted.
The visit also includes meetings with Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, and the Governor of Lagos State, showing the importance of political and regional engagement in the growing relationship between Sweden and Nigeria.
The three-day visit, which runs from April 7 to 9, 2025, reflects a shared commitment to expand cooperation in areas such as sustainable development, trade, gender equality, and cultural exchange.
