HIGH COMMISSION OF INDIA ABUJA, NIGERIA (CONCURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO BENIN AND THE ECOWAS)

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December 2025

• H.E. Amb Abhishek Singh formally presented his Letter of Credence to H.E. Bola Ahmed Tinubu, President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on 4 December 2025
• High Commissioner Amb Abhishek Singh met with H.E. Hannatu Musa Musawa, Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Federal Government of Nigeria
• High Commissioner Amb Abhishek Singh called on H.E. Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate, Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare of Federal Republic of Nigeria

November 2025

• High Commissioner Amb. Abhishek Singh called on the Governor of Kano State of Nigeria H.E. Abba Kabir Yusuf - 30 November 2025
• HC Amb Abishek Singh presented his Letter of Credence accrediting him as Permanent Representative to the President of ECOWAS Commission, H.E. Dr. Omar Alieu Touray -14 November 2025

October 2025

• High Commissioner Amb Abhishek Singh met with H.E. Nuhu Ribadu, the National Security Adviser of Nigeria - 31 October 2025
• High Commissioner Amb Abhishek Singh met H.E. Mr. Wale Edun, Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Federal Republic of Nigeria- 30 October 2025
• High Commissioner Amb Abhishek Singh visited CGI, Lagos and met with the team CGI - 24 October 2025
• High Commissioner Amb Abhishek Singh was warmly welcomed by the Indian Language School family in Lagos - 24 October 2025
• High Commissioner Amb Abhishek Singh was warmly welcomed by the members of Indian Professionals Forum, Lagos - 24 October 2025
• High Commissioner Amb Abhishek Singh met with the Hon'ble Education Minister of Nigeria Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa -22 October 2025
• Amb. Abhishek Singh, High Commissioner addressed the Indian Community, diplomatic corps and Nigerian dignitaries during Diwali Celebration in Chancery - 19 October 25
• High Commissioner Amb. Abhishek Singh addressed girl students at Government Girls Secondary School, Dutse, commemorating the UN International Day of the Girl Child - 16 October 2025
• High Commissioner Amb. Abhishek Singh presented a copy of his Credentials to Chief of Protocol, MoFA, marking the commencement of his official duties -13 October 2025
• H.E. Abhishek Singh assumed charge as the 21st High Commissioner of India to Nigeria - 9 October, 2025.
• United in purpose to further strengthen the strong India-Nigeria relationship, Team HCI Abuja welcomes new High Commissioner Amb Abhishek Singh
• Amb Abhishek Singh, High Commissioner of India to Nigeria called on Hon'ble Vice President of India Shri CP Radhakrishnan ji - 8 October 2025
• Amb Abhishek Singh, High Commissioner of India to Nigeria called on Hon’ble President of India and received his Credentials - 7 October 2025
• Amb Abhishek Singh, High Commissioner of India to Nigeria met Hon'ble EAM Dr. S. Jaishankar - 6 October 2025

August 2025

• Former Foreign Minister of Nigeria H.E. Mr. Geoffrey Onyeama on a 10 day visit to India under ICCR’s Distinguished Visitors Programme (DVP)
• HCI Abuja enthusiastically participated in the #HarGharTiranga2025
• DG, ICCR K. Nandini Singla hosted a welcome dinner for former Foreign Minister of Nigeria H.E. Mr Geoffrey Onyeama
• On 12 August 2025 HCI Abuja hosted friends from the media for an interaction session
• On 9 August 2025 HCI Abuja organized Consular Camp in Kano and rendered Consular services to the Indian community.
• HCI, Abuja organized Open House in Kano on 9th August 2025
• AHC on 9 August visited ICRISAT and Centre for Dryland Farming in Kano.

July 2025

• An orientation program was organized today for the 30 Nigerian students going to India under the India - Africa Maitri Scholarships 2025-26 for UG, Masters and PhD courses.

June 2025

• On 21st June 2025, the 11th International Day of Yoga was celebrated by India in Nigeria (High Commission of India, Abuja) in association with the National Sports Commission, Nigeria at iconic Velodrome, MKO Abiola National Stadium, Abuja.

May 2025

• On 27th May, 2025 HCI, Abuja organised 3rd pre-IDY yoga session.

April 2025

• High Commission of India in Abuja organised Open House on 24 April 2025
• High Commission of India & Consulate General of India hosted a press interaction on 19th April, 2025 briefed media about India Nigeria bilateral relationship and ongoing India Trade Expo
• High Commission of India marking 75 days to go to International Day of Yoga, 2025, organised Curtain Raiser Event on 7 April 2025
• HCI Abuja organized Yoga Awareness & Practice Session at American International School of Abuja for Students, Teachers & Parents.

March 2025

• High Commission of India in Abuja organised Open House on 27 March 2025
• On 24th March, 2025 AHC met H. E. Dr. Jumoke Oduwole MFR, Minister of Trade and Investment, Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment, Federal Republic of Nigeria
• March 20, 2025, The lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry in collaboration with the High Commission of India in Nigeria hosted the Nigeria-India Bilateral Business Meeting
• Final consignment of humanitarian aid to provide succour to the flood victims in Nigeria, donated by Government of India, delivered to the authorities from National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) Nigeria at Lagos
• Mission's Holi celebrations on 14th March, 2025
• On 12th March, 2025 High Commission of India, Abuja organized a Yoga Session for Students & Parents in Alderwood International School in collaboration with IWEA
• Inaugurated first edition of India Trade Expo 2025 in Lagos
• On 12th March, 2025 High Commission of India, Abuja organized a Yoga Session for Students & Parents in Alderwood International School in collaboration with IWEA.
• International Women's Day was celebrated in the High Commission of India, Abuja on 8th March, 2025

February 2025

• High Commission of India in Abuja organised Open House on 27 February 2025.
• On 25 February 2025, High Commission & FIEO organized an interactive virtual session on “Business Opportunities in Food and Allied sector in Nigeria”
• HCI Abuja organised an inspiring Yoga Awareness & Practice Session in Government Science & Technical College, Garki, Abuja on 21.02.2025.
• On 20 February 2025, AHC delivered a lecture on “Overview of India Nigeria Bilateral Relations" at American University of Nigeria (AUN), Yola, Adamawa.
• On 20 February 2025, DHC paid a courtesy visit to Lamido Palace, Yola, Adamawa.
• On 20th February, 2025 AHC met H.E. Sen Abubakar Sani Bello, Chairman, Senate Committee on Foreign Affairs.
• On 20 February 2025, AHC inaugurated the India Corner in the Library of American University of Nigeria (AUN), Yola, Adamawa.
• Empowering Young Minds: HCI, Abuja organised a Transformative Yoga Awareness & Practice Session at Government Science Secondary School, Maitama on 20.02.2025.
• High Commission of India organised a consular camp in Kano on 16 Feb 2025.
• High Commission in association with Indian Cultural Association of Kaduna participated in the 46th Kaduna International Trade Fair 2025 from 14-23 Feb 2025.
• On 13th February, 2025 AHC met Dr. Joseph Ochogwu, Director General, Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution
• A 20 members Nigerian National cultural troupe attended the 38th edition of Surajkund International Carfts Mela-2025 in Faridabad on 9-23 February 2025
• HCI Abuja in collaboration with ICA inaugurated the Indian Film Festival on 8th February, 2025
• On 6th February, 2025 AHC met the President of the ECOWAS Commission, Dr Omar Alieu Touray.
• On 6th February, 2025 AHC met Mp. Oluwole Oke, Chairman, Committee on Foreign Affairs, Federal House of Representatives.
• On 5th February, 2025 AHC met Dr Chukwuka Onyekwena, Executive Director, Centre for the Study of Economies of Africa
• On 3rd February, 2025 AHC met H. E. Amb Gabriel T. Aduda, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Defence.

January 2025

• On 29th January, 2025 AHC had a meeting with Engr Anthony I.G. Ikedegwa, Ag. Chairman/CEO, Nigeria Atomic Energy Commission (NAEC)
• High Commission of India, Abuja hosted a reception to celebrate the 76th Republic Day of India
• High Commission of India, Abuja hosted a reception to celebrate the 76th Republic Day of India
• High Commission of India celebrated the 76th Republic Day with patriotic fervor in the presence of Indian Community and Nigerian friends
• On 23 January 2025, Kaduna Chamber of Commerce & Industry visited the High Commission of India, Abuja
• On 20 Jan 2025, HCI celebrated Ayurveda Day in association with Federal Ministry of Health and Welfare, Government of Nigeria, and Abuja Chamber of Commerce & Industry
• INS TUSHIL arrived in Lagos Nigeria on 12 Jan during its maiden voyage to India post commissioning. She was welcomed by the Charge d'affaires Ms. Vartika Rawat and officials from the Indian High Commission
• World Hindi Day was organized at the Indian High Commission, Abuja on 10 January 2025.