By Uko Okon
The Director-General of the Nigerian Technical Aid Corps (NTAC), Rt. Hon. Yusuf Buba Yakub, has congratulated President Bola Tinubu on the successful signing of a Technical Manpower Assistance Agreement with the government of Saint Lucia.
Describing the development as a milestone achievement, Buba said it is a direct result of President Tinubu’s vision to expand Nigeria’s technical diplomacy across the Caribbean region through the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS).
The agreement was signed on July 2, 2025, in Castries, the capital of Saint Lucia, by the NTAC Director-General and the Acting Permanent Secretary of Saint Lucia’s Ministry of External Affairs, International Trade, Civil Aviation, and Diaspora Affairs, Janelle Modeste-Stephen.
The partnership will facilitate the deployment of Nigerian professionals, including teachers, medical experts, agriculturists, and other specialists, to Saint Lucia for a two-year service. The initiative aims to promote South-South cooperation and strengthen ties with the African diaspora.
Under the agreement, the Nigerian government will cover the allowances and logistics for the volunteers, while the government of Saint Lucia will provide accommodation and local support.
Buba commended President Tinubu for his leadership and unwavering commitment to regional cooperation, emphasizing that the agreement reflects Nigeria’s dedication to sharing its expertise with partner nations for mutual growth and development. He noted that the agreement aligns with President Tinubu’s broader vision of strengthening bilateral partnerships and positioning Nigeria as a global leader in technical diplomacy.
“This landmark agreement is a testament to President Tinubu’s unwavering commitment to South-South cooperation and Nigeria’s role as a leader in technical diplomacy. We look forward to our volunteers making a lasting impact in Saint Lucia and strengthening the bonds between our nations,” Buba stated.
