Nigeria's High Commissioner to Australia, Ambassador Dr Olufemi Olusegun Pedro, has called for the establishment of a Nigeria Australia Business Council and deeper collaboration in vocational education following the formal presentation of his Letters of Credence to the Governor General of Australia, Sam Mostyn AC.

The credential presentation ceremony took place at Government House in Canberra, according to a statement by the Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Ebienfa.

Ebienfa disclosed that Ambassador Pedro was accompanied by officials of the Nigerian High Commission, including Minister Counsellor Abba Mustapha, First Secretary Paul C., and First Secretary and Head of Chancery, Aminat Adeola. Upon arrival at Government House, the High Commissioner mounted a guard of honour before being ushered in to present his credentials to the Governor General.

Following the ceremony, Ambassador Pedro held discussions with the Governor General on issues aimed at strengthening bilateral relations between both countries. The Nigerian envoy urged the creation of a Nigeria Australia Business Council, describing such a platform as essential for unlocking economic opportunities and deepening commercial engagement between the two nations.

Ambassador Pedro also advocated greater collaboration in vocational education, stressing its role in skills development and workforce capacity building. The push for vocational partnerships reflects Nigeria's broader efforts to address skills gaps through international cooperation and align its workforce development agenda with global best practices.

Ebienfa noted that the formal presentation of credentials officially accredits Ambassador Pedro as Nigeria's representative to Australia and signals a renewed commitment by both countries to enhance cooperation across key areas of mutual interest.

The ceremony marks a significant diplomatic step in Nigeria Australia relations, with trade, investment and human capital development now firmly on the bilateral agenda under the new envoy's mandate.