German Chancellor, Olaf Scholz, talks to FRIDAY OLOKOR about diplomatic ties with Nigeria, visa issues, and the Israel-Hamas war, among othersWhat is the purpose of your visit to Nigeria? Is it true that Germany wants to become a member of the United Nations Security Council? Germany seeks a non-permanent, two-year seat on the UN Security Council every eight years. Germany supports stronger African representation on the council as well as the African position on the UN Security Council reform. Concrete amounts should be agreed on in negotiations between Nigerian gas producers and German gas traders.

Source: Punch October 29, 2023 20:02 UTC