PHOTO NEWS: Tinubu meets Lula in Brasília, signs MoUs on trade, investment

By Kunle Sanni –

President Bola Tinubu on Monday held an official meeting with Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva at the Presidential Palace in Brasília.

The two leaders discussed strengthening bilateral relations, with a focus on trade, investment, and cooperation across strategic sectors.

Tinubu arrived at Brasília International Airport at 12:30 a.m. on Monday, marking the start of his state visit to Brazil.

At the Planalto Palace, President Tinubu and President Lula da Silva held a tête-à-tête, followed by expanded bilateral meetings attended by senior officials from both governments.

The leaders later witnessed the signing of Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) and addressed a joint press conference.

During the visit, President Tinubu will also meet with the President of the Brazilian Senate at the National Congress, the President of the Chamber of Deputies, and the President of the Supreme Federal Court.

In addition, he is scheduled to participate in the Nigeria-Brazil Business Forum, which forms part of a packed programme of engagements in Brasília.