The much-anticipated Nigeria x St. Kitts and Nevis Exchange Opening Ceremony and Business Expo, along with the international friendly football match, have been postponed due to unforeseen technical issues with the aircraft transporting the Nigerian delegation.
The events, originally scheduled for today, 30th May, were to highlight the growing bilateral relationship between Nigeria and St. Kitts and Nevis, following the signing of two Memoranda of Understanding earlier this year — one focusing on agriculture and the other on the creative economy.
In an official statement, Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Marine Resources; Sports; Small Business, Entrepreneurship, Cooperatives and the Creative Economy, Samal Duggins, expressed sincere regret at the unavoidable delay.
“This decision comes as a result of unforeseen technical difficulties with the aircraft out of Nigeria that prevented the timely arrival of our esteemed Nigerian delegation,” the Minister explained. “We assure the people of St. Kitts and Nevis, our partners in Nigeria, and stakeholders that the momentum we’ve created will continue, and the engagements planned will be rescheduled for the earliest and most suitable time.”
The Exchange was designed to deepen partnerships and showcase collaborative potential in innovation, cultural dialogue, economic opportunity, and sports diplomacy — reflecting shared values between Africa and the Caribbean.
Aquarian Consult, representing the Nigerian delegation, echoed the sentiments of the St. Kitts and Nevis Government, expressing regret for the postponement and affirming their continued commitment to the initiative.
Minister Duggins thanked the public and all involved parties for their enthusiasm and preparation, noting, “Your support demonstrates the value we place on regional and international collaboration.”
A new date for the event will be announced in the coming days.
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