 Russia has restated its commitment to the resuscitation of Nigeria's Ajaukuta steel company. The Russian Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Sergei Veshinin disclosed this at a ceremony to receive the letters of credence from the Nigerian Ambassador to Russia, Abdulahi Ibaikwal. A statement issued by the Nigerian Embassy in Moscow said the Russian Deputy Foreign Minister, who was in company with the director, Department of Africa, in the Russian Foreign Ministry Zevulod Chchenko, pledged that the country's commitment to reviving the steel company remains. He described Nigeria as one of the most important countries in Africa, with whom Russia had maintained cordial and mutually beneficial relationships over the years. Veshinin also thanked Nigeria for its understanding and support to resolutions sponsored by Russia at the United Nations level. Do subscribe to our YouTube channel and don't forget to hit the notification button so you get notified about fresh news updates.