The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has confirmed that Crown Princess Victoria Désirée of Sweden will be in Nigeria from Monday, April 7 to Wednesday, April 9, 2025.
The announcement was made in a statement issued on Sunday and signed by the Acting Spokesperson for the Ministry, Kimiebi Ebienfa.
Throughout her visit, the Crown Princess will hold high-level discussions with Nigerian officials aimed at enhancing the diplomatic and economic relations between the two countries.
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On the first day of her visit, Crown Princess Désirée will meet with the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar.
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She will also engage in talks with Vice President Kashim Shettima and the Governor of Lagos State.
The statement also highlighted that a major event during the visit will be the opening of the Swedish Trade Office in Lagos, a significant milestone in strengthening bilateral trade relations.
The statement read, “The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is pleased to announce the upcoming official visit of Her Royal Highness Victoria, Crown Princess of Sweden, to Nigeria, scheduled for Monday, 7th to Wednesday, 9th April 2025.
“The visiting royalty will be received by high-ranking Nigerian officials and also engage in a series of high-level discussions aimed at further strengthening diplomatic and economic ties between both nations.
“Crown Princess Victoria will be received in audience by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar.
“She is also to meet with His Excellency, Vice President Kashim Shettima, GCON, the Governor of Lagos State and commission the Swedish Trade office in Lagos.”
Ebienfa stated that the visit underscores the robust and ongoing partnership between Nigeria and Sweden, with an emphasis on trade, sustainable development, gender equality, and cultural exchange.
The ministry expressed Nigeria’s commitment to enhancing its relationship with Sweden and conveyed optimism about the positive outcomes of the engagement for both nations.
“This visit underscores the strong and cordial bilateral relations between Nigeria and the Kingdom of Sweden, as well as our shared commitment to fostering mutual cooperation in areas of trade, sustainable development, gender equality, and cultural exchange.
“Nigeria remains committed to deepening its relationship with Sweden, and we look forward to a fruitful engagement that will benefit both nations,” the statement concluded.
