Nigeria’s Tourism Minister second from left shaking hands with St. Lucia’s Tourism Minister 

The Government of Saint Lucia continues to strengthen its diplomatic and economic partnerships on the global stage.


On the evening of Wednesday, July 2, 2025, the Government of Saint Lucia and the Federal Republic of Nigeria formalized bilateral cooperation with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding for Joint Co-Operation on tourism development, in- vestment promotion, and the advancement of culture and creative industries.


The signing ceremony marked a significant step in advancing South-South cooperation, fostering mutual growth, and creating opportunities for cultural exchange and sectoral development.


The MOU outlines specific areas of collaboration including:

  • Tourism Development – Saint Lucia will support Nigeria in the design of a Community Tourism Programme, share expertise on certification and standards, and provide training for hospitality workers.
  • Culture and Creative Industries – Nigeria will share its legislative framework for the creative economy, facilitate Saint Lucia’s participation in Lagos Fashion Week 2025, and support cross-cultural exchanges through events such as the Saint Lucia Carnival and Jazz & Arts Festival.
  • Capacity Building – Both countries will engage in training and knowledge exchange initiatives in areas including sound engineering, music production, and cultural heritage preservation.


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