The Embassy of Qatar has dismissed recent media reports suggesting the cancellation of President Bola Tinubu’s visit to Qatar. In a statement, the embassy clarified that the visit remains on schedule as planned.
A letter dated February 22, 2024, addressed to Nigeria’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed Qatar’s decision to proceed with the visit. The embassy highlighted that the visit, scheduled from March 2 to 3, 2024, includes arrangements for a Business and Investment Forum (BIF) on March 2.
Alkasim Abdulkadir, Special Assistant on Media to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, confirmed the embassy’s stance in a statement released on Sunday. The Qatar Chamber of Commerce will host the BIF, as proposed by Nigeria.
The embassy’s clarification aims to address recent media reports falsely claiming the cancellation of the event. Emphasizing the importance of dispelling misinformation, the embassy reaffirmed the scheduled visit and outlined plans for the Business and Investment Forum.
The statement underscores the need to combat deliberate misinformation and misrepresentation in the media, ensuring accurate reporting of diplomatic events and engagements.
