Saint Lucia Confers President Tinubu with Highest Honour, Knight Commander

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has been conferred with the highest national honour of Saint Lucia, the Knight Commander of the Order of Saint Lucia, in recognition of his leadership and efforts to strengthen diplomatic ties between Nigeria and the Eastern Caribbean.

The honour was bestowed during a state banquet held in his honour on Monday night, as part of his official two-nation tour of Saint Lucia and Brazil, which began on Sunday.

Earlier on Monday, President Tinubu formally announced the establishment of diplomatic relations between Nigeria and Saint Lucia, describing it as a significant milestone.

“This is a symbolic bridge that will provide a gateway in fostering closer ties between us,” he said while addressing a joint session of the Saint Lucian bicameral Parliament.

In his address, President Tinubu proposed the establishment of a Joint Commission or Political Consultation Agreement to guide structured cooperation between Nigeria and the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS).

As part of his commitment to cultural and educational exchange, the Nigerian President also offered full scholarships to students from OECS member states.

“This initiative will promote cultural understanding that further strengthens the bond between Nigeria and the Eastern Caribbean states,” he affirmed.

President Tinubu’s engagements are expected to deepen bilateral cooperation in diplomacy, education, and shared regional interests.