President Yoweri Museveni today warmly welcomed His Excellency General Olusegun Obasanjo, the former President of Nigeria, to State House Entebbe for a high-level meeting aimed at strengthening ties between Uganda and Nigeria.
The visit, marked by cordial discussions, focused on regional security and expanding trade opportunities, with a special emphasis on the dairy sector.
The leaders devoted significant time to discussing the security situation in the region, a pressing concern for both East and West Africa
A key highlight of the visit was the focus on trade, particularly in the dairy sector. Gen. Obasanjo’s trip follows earlier engagements aimed at bolstering economic ties between Uganda and Nigeria. Uganda, known for its growing dairy industry, sees Nigeria as a vital partner in expanding its market reach.
The discussions centered on actionable steps to facilitate trade in dairy products, a move expected to benefit both economies by creating jobs and fostering mutual growth.