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The Russian Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr Nikolay Udovichenko, said his country would support Nigeria in resuscitating the moribund Ajaokuta Steel Company to ensure rapid industrialisation of the country.

Besides, he said that Russia was to assist Nigeria to overcome its current challenges in other sectors of the economy, especially oil and gas.

Nikolay gave the assurance in his remarks at the 2016 Russia National Day celebration on Saturday in Abuja.

He said that a team of Russian engineers were ready to inject new technology into the steel mill to make it functional, adding that the country had remained a dependable ally to Nigeria.

He said that the relationship between both countries had always been cordial.

“Our relationship with Nigeria is based on mutual respect.

“On the security challenge, Nigeria can always count on Russia’s support.

“You can always be sure that we are with you in all your challenges,” the envoy said.

According to him, Russia is also ready to partner Nigeria in restoring new technology in the oil and gas.
“Russia also gives scholarships to many Nigerians annually to study in the country and will continue to support in the education sector.’’

The envoy, however, called on Nigeria’s businessmen to take advantage of the cordial relationship between the two countries to strengthen the trade relations between them.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the celebration was attended by members of the diplomatic and business communities and other top government functionaries.

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The name Russia means "DEATH" Nigeria and that deaf man should know that.

No they should wait for oil money... Instead of studying metallurgy and planning on revamping the steel complex they're all studying petroleum and running to the Niger Delta

Good . I hope aladja would be revamped as well

victorazy:
The name Russia means "DEATH" Nigeria and that deaf man should know that.

The deaf man is your president,you should cover your face in shame that the same deaf man is your president and you dare not say it straight to his face unless if you want to do gulder ultimate search inside kirikiri...

Russia did it for China, Iran and North Korea

For me the BRICS looks stronger than nato

For me Russia and China looks better option than eu and America

Come and help us crush those idio.ts called ND'AVENGERS

$30 billion and counting wasted. We should have done the deal with Japan or Germany.

doyinisaac:
The deaf man is your president,you should cover your face in shame that the same deaf man is your president and you dare not say it straight to his face unless if you want to do gulder ultimate search inside kirikiri...

I never voted for him

bugzy84:
$30 billion and counting wasted. We should have done the deal with Japan or Germany.

WAS IT THE RUSSIANS THAT WASTED THIS AMOUNT? COS I BELIEVE THEY GOOD WHEN IT COMES TO D STILL INDUSTRY

victorazy:
I never voted for him

YES, BUT IT STILL DOESN'T CHANGE ANYTHING.

victorazy:
I never voted for him

Whether you voted for him or not,who is the president of nigeria??it is Buhari...so leave story...deal with it till 2019 or probably 2023

Very soon we won't depends on crude oil alone.

mrvitalis:
Russia did it for China, Iran and North Korea

For me the BRICS looks stronger than nato

For me Russia and China looks better option than eu and America

God bles you for this comment. We need to align more with the BRICS than the West.
The BRICS needs partner to rise and have a lot to offer us and that makes it a win win relationship.
The West on the other hand have nothing to offer but take from us and device a modern imperialism system where we don't get to survive without them.

xxgig:
WAS IT THE RUSSIANS THAT WASTED THIS AMOUNT? COS I BELIEVE THEY GOOD WHEN IT COMES TO D STILL INDUSTRY

What I meant to say is the Russians were not reliable partners with Ajaokuta. Besides German and Japanese technology is more reliable.

Russia ripping off Nigeria in the name of steel development since 1970.

If there is any project that showcases government inefficiency, the Ajaokuta steel mill is. I have never seen a project that holds so much potentials being paid scant attention like the mill. That mill can kick-start our technology drive and put us on the map. I pray the current efforts to revive it see the light of the day.