By Joel Ajayi
The Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia in Abuja commemorated the 95th National Day of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia at the Dunes Center, Maitama, Abuja.
The event gathered an esteemed group of government officials, heads of diplomatic missions, representatives of international organizations, prominent businessmen, and other distinguished guests.
In his address, the Chargé d’Affaires, Mr. Saad Fahad Almarri, recalled the significance of the occasion, marking 95 years since King Abdulaziz bin Abdulrahman Al Saud unified the Kingdom, and reflected on the remarkable journey of growth and development that has followed.
He emphasized that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia remains steadfast in advancing the ambitions outlined in Saudi Vision 2030, which reflects the nation’s aspiration to build a prosperous economy, a vibrant society, and an ambitious nation.
Mr. Almarri further highlighted the remarkable growth in bilateral relations between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Federal Republic of Nigeria across various sectors, including trade, education, and combating drug trafficking. He disclosed that trade volume between the two countries has exceeded $600 million, while hundreds of Nigerian students have benefited from scholarships awarded by the Kingdom.
The Chargé d’Affaires expressed the Kingdom’s deep appreciation to the people and government of Nigeria, stressing the shared commitment between the two countries to continue fostering a broader horizon of partnership and integration.
Mr. Almarri concluded his speech by noting the Kingdom’s successful bid to host Expo 2030 in Riyadh under the theme “Foresight for Tomorrow,” describing it as a testament to Saudi Arabia’s international stature and its capability to organize and host major global events.
