The ministry of foreign affairs says Nigeria has accepted the invitation to join BRICS as a partner country.
Kimiebi Ebienfa, acting spokesperson for the ministry, announced the development in a statement on Saturday.
The ministry said the partnership will help to boost Nigeria’s aspirations for inclusive growth and regional integration “in line with the best practices of strategic autonomy”.
The ministry said the formal acceptance highlights Nigeria’s commitment to fostering international collaboration, leveraging economic opportunities, and advancing strategic partnerships.
“BRICS, as a collective of major emerging economies, presents a unique platform for Nigeria to enhance trade, investment, and socio-economic cooperation with member countries,” the statement reads.
“Nigeria aims to use this partnership to advance shared goals in areas such as trade and investment, energy security, infrastructure development, technology, and climate change.”
The foreign affairs ministry said the partnership aligns with Nigeria’s national aspirations for inclusive growth, regional integration, and active participation in shaping a fair and equitable global economic order, “consistent with the country’s ethos of strategic autonomy”.
The ministry said it hopes to engage constructively with BRICS members to drive innovation and foster people-to-people exchanges that align with national interests and strategic priorities.
