Niger and Nigeria are making strides toward mending strained diplomatic ties, with renewed efforts seen in a high-level visit this week.

Nigerian Foreign Affairs Minister Yusuf Maitama Tuggar met with General Abdourahmane Tiani in Niamey on Wednesday, delivering a message from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

The meeting focused on strengthening cooperation and addressing regional concerns.

It marks a significant shift in tone between the two countries, who have faced tensions since the 2023 coup in Niger.