Nigeria, Jan. 10 -- President Bola Tinubu has urged the Government of the People's Republic of China to increase the existing $2 billion currency swap agreement between Nigeria and China to foster enhanced trade relations.

He stated this during a meeting with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of China, Wang Yi, at the State House, in Abuja on Thursday.

He also called for a reassessment of the $50 billion aid package for Africa, announced by Chinese President Xi Jinping last year, emphasizing that the continent's infrastructure demands necessitate greater financial commitment.

I am happy you are part of China's highest decision-making body. We will want you to use your position to influence improved project funding.

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