Nigeria TV Info – President Tinubu Congratulates Japan’s First Female Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi

Abuja, Nigeria (October 25, 2025) – President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has sent a congratulatory letter to Sanae Takaichi, who was recently elected as the first female Prime Minister of Japan. In the letter, President Tinubu described her emergence as a reflection of her significant contributions to her political party and governance in Japan.

The President expressed optimism about working closely with Prime Minister Takaichi, emphasizing the longstanding and strategic relationship between Nigeria and Japan.

In the seven-paragraph letter personally signed by him, President Tinubu wrote:

“On behalf of the people and Government of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, I extend to you my warmest congratulations on your election as the first female Prime Minister of Japan. Your victory as the leader of the Liberal Democratic Party and ultimately as the Prime Minister constitutes a remarkable expression of the confidence reposed in you by the good people of Japan.”

He further noted that her election is a testament to her decades of contribution to the growth of her political party and governance in Japan.

“As you assume this mandate, you can please rest assured of Nigeria’s continued goodwill and support for Japan. Nigeria and Japan have maintained a deep, productive, and strategic relationship over the years, covering several areas of bilateral cooperation,” the letter added.

President Tinubu concluded by stating his confidence in strengthening ties between the two nations and expressed eagerness to meet with Prime Minister Takaichi to explore future opportunities for collaboration.