Nigeria’s Ambassador to Sweden, with concurrent accreditation to Denmark, Finland and Norway, Ambassador Lola Akande, has formally begun her diplomatic mission to Denmark after presenting her Letters of Credence to King Frederik X.

Akande presented her credentials to the Danish monarch on Thursday, at Christiansborg Palace in Copenhagen.

At a subsequent audience with the King, the ambassador conveyed the warm greetings and best wishes of President Bola Tinubu to the Danish monarch, the royal family, and the government and people of Denmark.

She reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to strengthening bilateral relations with Denmark, highlighting opportunities to expand cooperation in areas of mutual interest.

Akande also commended King Frederik X for his commitment to global sustainability and climate stewardship, identifying climate action, peace and security, and sustainable development as key areas for deepening relations between both countries.

She stressed Nigeria’s strategic interest in its partnership with Denmark and expressed the country’s readiness to collaborate with the Danish government, private sector and other stakeholders to broaden bilateral cooperation.

The presentation of the Letters of Credence formally marks the commencement of Akande’s diplomatic responsibilities in Denmark.

The ambassador is based in Stockholm, Sweden, where she serves as Nigeria’s envoy, with concurrent accreditation to Denmark, Finland and Norway.