Anthony Blinken, the Secretary of State of the United States, has arrived in Abuja, the capital city of Nigeria.

He landed at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja at approximately 4 pm. His visit to Abuja is part of his broader tour of Africa.

Upon arrival, Blinken is scheduled to proceed to the Presidential Villa for a meeting with Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

While Blinken’s visit to Nigeria is part of his larger tour of Africa, he will later depart for Lagos at around 10 pm. In Lagos, he has additional engagements planned for Wednesday. After completing his engagements in Lagos, Blinken is expected to depart Nigeria for Angola later tomorrow night. The details of his engagements and discussions with Nigerian and Angolan officials are yet to be disclosed.

As the United States Secretary of State, Blinken’s visit holds significance for diplomatic relations between the United States and Nigeria. Nigeria, being one of Africa’s largest economies and a key regional power, often engages in discussions with international partners on various matters, including security, trade, and cooperation on global issues.

Further updates regarding Blinken’s visit and the outcomes of his meetings are expected to be released in due course. The visit serves as an opportunity to strengthen bilateral ties and deepen cooperation between the United States and Nigeria.