President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev received credentials of incoming ambassador of Nigeria Alhaji Tukur Mani. 
The President said relationship between Azerbaijan and Nigerai was developing successfully. The Head of State underlined the necessity of strengthening these relations even more.
President Ilham Aliyev recalled his meeting with Nigerian counterpart at a nuclear summit in Seoul. According to President Ilham Aliyev, Azerbaijan and Nigeria support each other in international organizations, and this support will continue in the coming years.
Ambassador Alhaji Tukur Mani extended Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan`s greetings to President Ilham Aliyev. He said great opportunities exist to expand bilateral relationship. The diplomat added he would make every effort to contribute to strengthen these relations during his tenure.
They also exchanged views on cooperation between Azerbaijan and Nigeria in economic, energy, trade, education and other spheres.
President Ilham Aliyev asked the diplomat to convey his greetings to his Nigerian counterpart.

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