The Lagos State Government has pledged to foster its partnership with Tunisia in order to strengthen bilateral ties and promote economic and social-cultural ties.

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, made this pledge when he received the Ambassador of Tunisia to Nigeria, Mohsen Antit, who led a delegation for a courtesy call at the Lagos House, Ikeja.

Sanwo-Olu reaffirmed his commitment to improve, deepen and identify common areas of engagement for the promotion of commercial, economic and cultural centres in Lagos.

He said he was committed to making the state a driving force in its exploits for the benefit of residents, saying as African, we need to win together by joining forces, we need to identify the key areas in our pyramids scheme and collaborate.

According to him, economically and social-culturally, this will drive growth in all facets of human endeavours in Lagos.

Sanwo-Olu said the state government is ready to create a mutually beneficial partnership that drives growth, development, and prosperity for the state and its people.

Speaking earlier, the Ambassador of the Republic of Tunisia to Nigeria, Mohsen Antit, said the aim of the visit was to invite the governor for a remarkable programme coming up in Tunis.

Antit said there was need to strengthen bilateral relations with the state and to further engage it on dealings that would guide them towards a common future that would bring about a successful generation.