BRICS Summit: Setting The Agenda For Nigeria’s Priorities

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s attendance at the 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro marks a significant moment for Nigeria’s foreign policy and economic aspirations. As the country continues to face domestic challenges such as inflation, insecurity, and sluggish economic growth, Tinubu’s engagement at the summit offers an opportunity to reposition Nigeria on the global stage.

With BRICS evolving into a larger alliance of emerging economies, Nigeria’s elevation to partner-country status in January 2025 signals growing diplomatic relevance but it also presents a critical moment to push for full membership and deeper integration.

As nearly half the world’s population and 40% of global GDP now fall under the BRICS umbrella, Tinubu must seize this platform to advocate for Nigeria’s inclusion in future initiatives.

Strategic meetings with leaders like Brazil’s President Lula could deepen trade and South-South cooperation, while broader collaboration with China, India, and South Africa could unlock partnerships in infrastructure, technology, and energy. The summit isn’t just a diplomatic outing, it’s a chance to redefine Nigeria’s economic future through multilateral alliances.