President of Nigeria's Visit

Visit to Japan by His Excellency Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria

May 2001

His Excellency Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, accompanied by a suite, paid an official working visit to Japan from 21 to 23 May 2001.
During his stay in Japan, President Obasanjo made a state call on His Majesty The Emperor of Japan.
His Majesty The Emperor hosted a Court Luncheon in honor of the President.
President Obasanjo also met Mr. Junichiro Koizumi, Prime Minister of Japan.
Prime Minister Koizumi hosted a dinner in honor of the President.
The Government of Japan sincerely welcomes the visit of President Obasanjo, which will further strengthen the friendly relations existing between Japan and the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

Itinerary

21 May (Mon) Morning Arrival at Tokyo International Airport
22 May (Tue) Morning Opening Ceremony of Africa Symposium
Afternoon Nigeria Business Forum
Meeting with the Prime Minister of Japan
Signing Ceremony of Exchange of Notes
Dinner hosted by the Prime Minister of Japan
23 May (Wed) Morning State Call
Afternoon Court Luncheon
Departure from Tokyo International Airport


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