Nigeria’s Ambassador to Israel Presents Letter of Credence to President Herzog

Nigeria’s newly appointed Ambassador to Israel, Ambassador Nkechi Linda Ufochukwu, has officially begun her diplomatic mission after presenting her Letters of Credence to Israeli President Isaac Herzog.

The presentation of the Letters of Credence formally marks the commencement of Ambassador Ufochukwu’s diplomatic assignment as Nigeria’s Ambassador to the State of Israel and reaffirms the Federal Government’s commitment to further strengthening the longstanding cordial relations between Nigeria and Israel.

Speaking after the ceremony, Ambassador Ufochukwu expressed her determination to deepen bilateral cooperation between both countries during her tenure. She reiterated her commitment to advancing Nigeria’s foreign policy objectives and fostering closer engagement with Israel in areas of mutual interest.

The Ambassador noted that her mission would prioritise the expansion of cooperation in trade and investment, agriculture, technology, security, innovation and cultural exchanges, while promoting stronger people-to-people ties for the mutual benefit of both nations.

President Herzog welcomed the Nigerian envoy and expressed Israel’s readiness to work closely with Nigeria to expand collaboration, particularly in innovation, technology, agriculture, and counter-terrorism. Diplomatic observers say the appointment signals a renewed effort by both countries to boost economic ties and strategic cooperation.