
Jonny Baxter
@jonnybaxterfcdo
Head of 🇬🇧 Mission Lagos 🇳🇬, previously Amb to South Sudan 🇸🇸; Khartoum 🇸🇩 Baghdad 🇮🇶 Georgetown 🇬🇾 Dar es Salaam 🇹🇿 Retweets are not endorsements
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https://www.gov.uk/government/people/jonny-baxter 25-06-2016 14:34:00
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A proud moment for Nigeria’s financial sector as Guaranty Trust becomes the first 🇳🇬 financial institution to list on London Stock Exchange. A landmark move that highlights GTCO’s global ambition, recognises London as a key investment hub and strengthens UK-Nigeria financial ties. #GROWUKNG




Saddened by the passing of former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari. He was a defining figure in Nigeria’s modern history and a steadfast partner to the UK. I expressed my condolences to Hon. Yusuf Maitama Tuggar yesterday. My thoughts are with the Nigerian people.



.Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan has announced that City Hall will host its first-ever London-Africa business summit next year. The summit will bring together entrepreneurs, mayors, and state officials, to attract foreign investment and boost trade links.

As part of the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan’s trade mission, we welcomed two 🇬🇧 delegations to Lagos focused on Fintech, Enterprise & Sustainability. While here, they: 💡 Met industry leaders ✨ Explored new markets 🤝 Forged partnerships to drive 🇬🇧 🇳🇬 economic growth. #GrowUKNG



The 🇬🇧 business delegation wrapped up its visit to 🇳🇬 and we're proud of the connections made, ideas shared, and partnerships explored. Looking forward to what's ahead as we continue to grow UK-Nigeria trade and innovation. Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan #GrowUKNG #GoFarGoTogether



Proud that The King's Trust International just launched their new global campaign #GenerationPotential to tackle the youth unemployment crisis in 🇳🇬. With 1 in 4 young people not in education, employment or training it’s an urgent call for investment in young people’s potential & the future.






From Leicester to Lagos! Great meeting with Ashleigh Plumptre OON and her father, Tim Plumptre today. A brilliant ambassador of both our countries 🇬🇧 & 🇳🇬, she embodies the #JollofandTea spirit - where our shared culture, heritage and even sports bring us closer.


The revival of Central Bank of Nigeria credibility & good monetary policy by HE Governor Cardoso & his top team has been impressive to witness since 2023. Delighted to support CBN & Bank of England peer relationship. Excellent mutual exchange & learning. Important for investor & trade confidence