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Alhaji Abubakar Hussaini,Nigeria”s Ambassador to Japan.
Nigerians studying and living in Japan have been commended for being good ambassadors of the country
Nigeria’s Ambassador to Japan, Abubakar Hussaini, gave the commendation on Friday in a message to mark Nigeria’s 61 Independence Day issued by the Embassy in Tokyo.
Hussaini, who arrived Tokyo on June 23, described the celebration as remarkable, adding the celebration also coincided with his 100 days anniversary.
According to him the day also marked the 61st anniversary of diplomatic relations between Nigeria and Japan.
Tracing the history of the day, the envoy said the celebration was an eloquent reminder of the day the country secured its independence from its colonial master- Britain.
“It is interesting to note that, today also marks the 61st anniversary of Nigeria-Japan diplomatic relations.
“The day is also special to me because, as it marks 100 days of my stewardship in Japan as the new Head of Mission in the Embassy.
“These one hundred days have been eventful for me, notwithstanding the restrictions occasioned by the highly-commendable efforts of the host authorities to fight the spread of the coronavirus pandemic,” he said.
Speaking on his interactions so far, the envoy disclosed that he had met with the leadership of the Nigerian Union in Japan (NUJ), the Nigeria Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan (NCCIJ) and the Nigerians in Diaspora Organisation (NIDO).
“I am happy to observe that most Nigerians residing in Japan are projecting the image of Nigeria positively, in the Host country.
“This has further strengthened my resolve to express keen interest in the welfare of Nigerians in Japan,” he said.
The Ambassador also said that during the 100-days in office,140 passports had been issued without any negative complaints.
He added that the positive image for Nigeria in Japan was further consolidated by the brilliant performance of Team Nigeria at the recently concluded Tokyo 2020 Olympics and the Paralympic Games.
Hussaini said that although he assumed office at a critical time when COVID-19 was taking its toll, the embassy had taken measures to curtail its spread, through adherence to precaution.
The ambassador said that Japan was keen about its relations with Nigeria and would work to foster the advancement of relations.
“Japan is keenly interested in strengthening bilateral relations with Nigeria by according greater attention to issues that affect our two countries, with greater vigour and enthusiasm.
“I am happy to note that, this period has opened a new vista in the bilateral relations between Nigeria and Japan.
“The Embassy is strongly committed to this too. We shall continue to demonstrate our commitment to improve on the existing relations between both countries in all ramifications and in the spirit of reciprocity.
“Our policy on visa application is liberal enough to attract the business community from Japan to Nigeria,” he said.
He re-assure Nigerians in Japan that the Embassy would continue to ensure that issues related to their welfare were accorded high priority.
“I would count on their support to achieve the aspirations before me as Ambassador of Nigeria to Japan, at this time.
“I also thank the Government and People of Japan; the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan; and indeed, all those who sent messages of Goodwill to our Embassy on the occasion of the 61st Independence Anniversary of Nigeria.” he added.
