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China To Partner Nigeria In Military Operations

The Ambassador of China to Nigeria, Cui Jian Chun, on Wednesday, said his country has an interest in forging collaboration with Nigeria in the area of military operations among others.

He also made known the plan of his country to establish its military industry in Nigeria.

According to him, this would support local production of military equipment in Nigeria, adding that Nigeria has abundant natural and human resources that can support Chinese corporations based in Nigeria.

A statement by Ministry of Defence spokesperson, Henshaw Ogubike said Chun spoke during his visit to the Minister of Defence, Muhammad Badaru Abubakar in Abuja on Wednesday.

The statement partly read, “China has a strategic interest in cooperation with Nigeria in areas of Military operations, economic cooperation, and international cooperation.

“He said China and Nigeria have investments in security, education, and economy, adding that Nigeria has great potential to develop a new economy.

“He opined that Nigeria has abundant natural and human resources that can support Chinese corporations based in Nigeria.

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