Nigeria, Angola Sign Visa Waiver Deal for Diplomatic Passport Holders

Nigeria and Angola have formalised a new agreement to waive visa requirements for holders of diplomatic passports, marking a significant step in strengthening bilateral relations.

The memorandum of understanding, (MoU), was signed during the 39th African Union Summit in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia on Sunday.

Speaking at the signing ceremony, Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, said the agreement would enhance mobility for government officials and help pave the way for stronger economic and private sector collaboration.

He described the development as “significant,” saying it highlights the deep historical ties between the two nations, and referenced a landmark address delivered by the late General Murtala Mohammed in Addis Ababa on Nigeria’s political relationship with Angola.

In his remarks, Angola’s Minister of External Relations, Téte António, expressed confidence that the newly signed MoU would serve as a pathway toward broader visa waivers in the future, signaling a commitment by both governments to expand cooperation beyond diplomatic circles.