The Federal Ministry of Foreign Affairs has explained why Nigeria’s exhibition booth at the ongoing Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD9) in Japan appeared empty, following viral claims on social media.
An attendee, Idris Bello, had posted on X (formerly Twitter) that Nigeria’s stand was the only one without representatives, unlike other countries showcasing their delegations.
The post quickly gained traction, sparking criticism online.
Reacting in a statement on Wednesday via its official X handle, the Ministry clarified that the booth was not abandoned but had not yet been officially inaugurated.
“Contrary to a tweet made by a participant at TICAD, the Nigerian booth at #TICAD9 has not yet been opened. The booth will be officially inaugurated on Thursday, 21st August 2025, after which it will become fully operational and serve the delegates of TICAD,” the statement read.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu had earlier arrived in Tokyo on Monday for the three-day summit, scheduled to run from August 20 to 22, with a focus on Africa’s economic transformation, private investment, and innovation.
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