Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, has extended warm congratulations to Mr Péter Magyar on his inauguration as Prime Minister of Hungary, following his swearing-in ceremony held at the Hungarian Parliament in Budapest on 9 May 2026.
The Federal Government of Nigeria also congratulated the Tisza Party on its victory in the parliamentary elections of 12 April 2026, a statement by the. Ministry’s Spokesperson, Mr. Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa noted.
Nigeria conveyed its best wishes to the newly constituted government as it commences its mandate in service to the Hungarian people, noting that this political transition represents a significant moment in Hungary’s democratic evolution and reflects the enduring importance of democratic participation, constitutional governance, and peaceful political transition in strengthening national institutions and public trust.
Ebienfa stated that Nigeria and Hungary maintain cordial diplomatic relations, founded on mutual respect, constructive engagement, and a shared commitment to international cooperation.
He added that over the years, both countries have continued to strengthen bilateral ties in areas including education, agriculture, trade and investment, science and technology, energy cooperation, and capacity development.
Furthermore, he noted that “Nigeria particularly values Hungary’s scholarship and educational exchange programmes, which have contributed significantly to strengthening people-to- people relations between the two nations.
“The Federal Government of Nigeria welcomes Prime Minister Magyar’s commitment to strengthening Hungary’s engagement within Europe and advancing democratic governance, regional stability, and economic development.
“Nigeria remains confident that relations between the two countries will continue to be deepened through sustained diplomatic dialogue and mutually beneficial cooperation. Nigeria also reaffirms its readiness to work closely with the new Hungarian administration to promote bilateral cooperation and advance shared interests within multilateral institutions, including the United Nations and other global platforms.
“The Government and people of the Federal Republic of Nigeria wished Prime Minister Péter Magyar and the Government of Hungary success in their new responsibilities and expressed hope for continued peace, stability, and prosperity for the people of Hungary”, the statement concluded.
