Nigerian official talks about the country's potential to join BRICS

Shadé Adepeju-Joseph, Director of the Directorate of Diaspora and International Affairs in the Office of the Senate Leader, Nigerian National Assembly, shared her impressions of Russia in an exclusive interview with TV BRICS during her first visit to the country. She expressed admiration for Russia's creativity, uniqueness, and organisation, including the well-established transport system in Moscow.

Reflecting on BRICS, Adepeju-Joseph strongly suggested that Nigeria would join the group. She noted the efficiencies of this possible step, saying it would bring many benefits to Nigeria. According to her, BRICS is a successful example of international cooperation.

"I believe that Nigeria might one day join BRICS soon. Then, Nigeria will get the number of advantages," she said.

Adepeju-Joseph also emphasised the necessity of Russian-origin TV channels in Nigeria to facilitate cultural exchange between the countries.

"We need more collaborations in the media sphere with Russia. Especially among young people. We can create many media education programmes to build a media bridge between Russia and Nigeria," Adepeju-Joseph claimed.

The representative of the Nigerian National Assembly also touched on the educational initiatives of both countries, advocating for the introduction of Russian language courses in Nigerian schools.

Afterwards, Adepeju-Joseph commended Russia's social policy, describing it as exemplary in terms of civic education and benefit provision.

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