The Nigerian Embassy Madrid, Spain

Ten Initiatives of the Federal Government for Nigerians & Their Websites
1. Student Loan Scheme: Student Loan | Home (nelf.gov.ng)
2. Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Initiative: Presidential CNG Initiative | Pi-CNG (pci.gov.ng)
3. Consumer Credit Corporation: The Nigerian Consumer Credit Corporation (CrediCorp)
4. Digital and Creative Enterprises (IDiCE) Program: The Bank of Industry, Nigeria (boi.ng)
5. Skill-Up Artisans Programme (SUPA): Artisan Application (itf.gov.ng)
6. Nigerian Youth Academy (NIYA): The Nigerian Youth Academy – Empowering Futures, Transforming Lives (niya.ng)
7. National Youth Talent Export Programme (NATEP): FG Unveils National Talent Programme to Boost Youth Employment – The Statehouse, Abuja
8. Nano-Business Support: TUC – TUC (tucnigeria.org.ng)
9. Micro and Small Business Loans: Low Interest Loan | Financial Support for Micro Enterprises – BOI
10. ⁠Housing Initiatives: Federal Housing Authority – Projects (fha.gov.ng)

PRESENTATION OF LETTERS OF CREDENCE 14 September 2026 .

His Excellency Dr. Okezie Victor Ikpeazu, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Federal Republic of Nigeria to the Kingdom of Spain, formally presented his Letters of Credence to His Majesty King Felipe VI at the Royal Palace in Madrid on 14 September 2026.

The solemn diplomatic ceremony formally marked the commencement of His Excellency’s tenure and the assumption of his official responsibilities as Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Nigeria to the Kingdom of Spain.

Following the presentation ceremony, a formal reception was held in His Excellency’s honour to commemorate the occasion and mark the beginning of his diplomatic mission in Spain.

H.E. Dr. Okezie Victor Ikpeazu, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Federal Republic of Nigeria to the Kingdom of Spain, was received today 22 September 2026 by H.E. Ms. Eva Descarrega Garcia, Ambassador of the Principality of Andorra to the Kingdom of Spain.

Discussions centred on the concurrent accreditation of the Embassy of Nigeria in Madrid to the Principality of Andorra, as well as economic and consular matters of mutual interest.

H.E. Ambassador Ikpeazu was accompanied by Mr. Ahijo Yabo Yusuf, Minister Counsellor/Head of Chancery.

On 25th June 2026, the Honourable Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, H.E. Senator Abubakar Atiku Bagudu, CON, led the Nigerian delegation to the HydrogenSphere Madrid .

2026 International Conference in Madrid, Spain, where global policymakers, industry leaders and investors discussed the future of the hydrogen economy.
The delegation also included Amb. Ferdinand Nwoye, Chargé d'Affaires, Mr. Ahijo Yabo Yusuf, Minister Counsellor/Head of Chancery, and Mr. Bolaji Onajala, Special Assistant to the Honourable Minister.
During the conference, the Honourable Minister reaffirmed Nigeria's commitment to clean energy development and highlighted the country's ongoing efforts to develop a National Hydrogen Policy and implement its Net-Zero Investment Plan.
He also held meetings with the International Hydrogen Fuel Cell Association (IHFCA) and the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO) to explore opportunities for cooperation in hydrogen development, technology transfer and investment.
The delegation further visited EMT Madrid's green hydrogen production and refuelling facility to gain insights into hydrogen infrastructure and clean transport solutions relevant to Nigeria's energy transition.

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Courtesy Visit to the Head of Mission and Head of Chancery, Embassy of Nigeria Madrid.

Delegation: Apostle Richy M. Isobomuwa Mission Systems Tech Engineer.
Engineer Ajibola Orodeji Systems Engineer.

Dignitaries Visited: His Excellency, Ambassador Ferdinand' Chargé d’Affaires (CDA) Mr. Ahijo Y. Yusuf* Head of Chancery (HOC) It was both a distinct honor and a privilege for the engineering delegation, led by Apostle Richy M. Isobomuwa (Mission Systems Tech Engineer).
and accompanied by Engineer Ajibola Orodeji.
to pay a formal courtesy visit to His Excellency, Ambassador Ferdinand, Chargé d’Affaires (CDA),
and the Head of Chancery (HOC), Mr. Ahijo Y. Yusuf.

The meeting provided an excellent platform for high-level dialogue regarding technology infrastructure, mission critical systems engineering, and strategic tech deployment.

The delegation expressed deep appreciation to His Excellency and the HOC for their warm reception, visionary leadership, and the intellectually engaging exchange on leveraging advanced systems engineering to optimize mission operations.

Both Ambassador Ferdinand and Mr. Yusuf commended the engineers for their dedication to technical excellence and innovation, underscoring the vital role that modern tech systems play in strengthening institutional efficiency and cross-border collaboration.

The visit concluded with a shared commitment to fostering robust technological partnerships and continuous engagement.

The newly elected Executive Officials of the Federation of Nigerian Communities in Spain, led by its President, Mr. Jackson Dame Oboh,

Paid a familiarization visit to the Embassy, where they were received by the Chargé d’Affaires a.i., Mrs. B. A. Dala. The delegation included the General Secretary, Mr. Lucky Wesley Edoghogho; the Assistant Secretary, Mr. Akinsola Ayobami Ogundiya; and the Provost, Mr. Smith Obewu Onwuka. The visit provided a valuable opportunity for both sides to engage in constructive discussions on issues relating to the welfare and well-being of Nigerian citizens in the Kingdom of Spain.

The newly elected Executive Officials of the Federation of Nigerian Communities in Spain, led by its President, Mr. Jackson Dame Oboh, paid a familiarization visit to the Embassy, where they were received by the Chargé d’Affaires a.i., Mrs. B. A. Dala. The delegation included the General Secretary, Mr. Lucky Wesley Edoghogho; the Assistant Secretary, Mr. Akinsola Ayobami Ogundiya; and the Provost, Mr. Smith Obewu Onwuka. The visit provided a valuable opportunity for both sides to engage in constructive discussions on issues relating to the welfare and well-being of Nigerian citizens in the Kingdom of Spain.

H.E. Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, Honourable Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, undertook an official visit to the Kingdom of Spain from 7 to 9 January 2026 at the invitation of his Spanish counterpart, H.E. José Manuel Albares Bueno, Minister for Foreign Affairs, European Union and Cooperation of Spain. During the visit, the Honourable Minister participated as a Guest Speaker at the Annual Conference of Ambassadors of Spain. The visit provided an opportunity to strengthen Nigeria–Spain bilateral relations, enhance economic and investment cooperation, and exchange views on regional and global peace and security issues.

During this visit, the Minister held a bilateral meeting with his Spanish counterpart. He also led a delegation that included the Honorable Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas) to meet with various Spanish companies, including

– UROVESA- Airbus- Indra Group- GB Foods