Abuja, Nov. 17, 2024 – President Bola Tinubu has conferred Nigeria’s highest national honour of the Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger (GCON) on the Indian Prime Minister, Narendra Modi.
The honour was conferred on him in Abuja on Sunday during a bilateral meeting the two countries.
Tinubu said the honour was to signify Nigeria’s appreciation and commitment to the Nigerian Indian partnership.
“Nigeria values its excellent relationship with India, and we work to deepen and broaden the same to the mutual benefit of our two friendly countries.
“You represent a very strong commitment in democratic values and norms, you have been doing a good job historically, winning three consecutive elections in a complex society is a feat that we respect so much.
“I will confer on you today, the Prime Minister of India, Nigeria’s National Honor, the Grand Commander of the Order of Niger.
“This to signify Nigerian appreciation and commitment to India as a partner,” he said. (GBN)
