Nigeria–United Kingdom relations

Nigeria–United Kingdom relations

Nigeria

United Kingdom
Diplomatic mission
High Commission of Nigeria, LondonBritish High Commission, Abuja
Envoy
High Commissioner Cyprian T. HeenHigh Commissioner Richard Montgomery

Nigeria–United Kingdom relations include the historical, diplomatic, economic and political ties between the Nigeria and the United Kingdom. The UK governed Nigeria from 1862 to 1960, when Nigeria achieved full independence. Upon the independence of Nigeria, both countries established diplomatic relations on 1 October 1960.

Both countries share common membership of the Commonwealth, the International Criminal Court, and the World Trade Organization. Bilaterally the two countries have a Development Partnership, a Double Taxation Agreement, an Enhanced Trade and Investment Partnership, an Investment Agreement, and a Security and Defence Partnership.