UGANDA HIGH COMMISSION ABUJA NIGERIA
With over 100 foreign embassies and high commissions, Nigeria is a central hub for international relations on the continent. These missions, representing countries from all continents, are primarily located in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital city. There are some countries that also maintain consulates in Lagos, the nation’s commercial capital, and in other major cities.
The diplomatic representation in Nigeria is diverse. Nearly all African countries have missions in Nigeria, highlighting the country’s leadership role on the continent. European countries such as the UK, France, Germany, and Russia maintain embassies, with the European Union also having a delegation in Abuja. From the Americas, countries like the United States, Canada, and Brazil are represented, further emphasizing Nigeria’s global connections. Asian countries, including China, India, Japan, and South Korea, also have embassies, reflecting strong economic and cultural ties. Additionally, Middle Eastern countries such as Saudi Arabia, Israel, and the UAE maintain embassies in Nigeria, focusing on trade, investment, and religious connections.
In addition to embassies, high commissions, and consulates, Nigeria hosts offices of various international organizations. These include regional bodies like the African Union, and ECOWAS (Economic Community of West African States), as well as global entities like the United Nations. The presence of these organizations underscores Nigeria’s importance in areas such as development, peace, and security.
These diplomatic missions are crucial in maintaining bilateral relations, promoting trade and investment, supporting their citizens abroad, and fostering cultural exchanges between Nigeria and the world.
Mission Objectives
The Embassy aims to foster strong relations between Uganda and ECOWAS member states, promote diplomacy, trade, investment, tourism, and cultural exchange, and enhance the wellbeing and protection of Ugandan citizens.
Location
The Uganda High Commission in Abuja, Nigeria is located at 3 Mandara Cl, Abuja.
LOCATION DIRECTIONS:
- From Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, Federal Capital Territory, get on Airport Rd/Pasere-Sabo Kukwaba Rd/Umaru Musa Yar’Adua Road from Bill Clinton Dr for 12 minutes (Approx. 8.5km).
- Get on Constitution Ave from Umaru Musa Yar’Adua Road for 19 minutes (Approx. 26.5km)
- Continue on Constitution Ave. Drive to 3 Mandara Cl in Abuja for 11 minutes (Approx. 9.8km) and you’ll be at the High Commission offices.
Opening Hours
The High Commission is open from 9:00a.m. to 4:00p.m. Monday to Thursday, and from 9:00a.m.
to 1:00p.m. on Fridays. It is closed on weekends and public holidays for both Nigeria and Uganda.
Contact Information
For more details about the Uganda High Commission consular services, visitors can contact the High Commission Uganda High Commission consular services;
Telephone: +234 813 266 6559 / Only during working hours
Mobile: +234 813 266 6559 / Only during working hours
Email : highcomabuja@yahoo.co.uk
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Jurisdiction — Accredited to other ECOWAS Member States and Equatorial Guinea.
Opening Hours:
The mission offices are open;
From 9:00a.m. – 4:00p.m. Monday – Thursday;
From 9:00a.m. – 1:00p.m. Friday
The diplomatic staff
- Amb. Nelson Ocheger – Head of Mission
- Amb. Alfred Nnam – Deputy Head of Mission
- Brig. Gen Herbert Mbonye – Defense Advisor
- Robert Basima – Counselor (HOC)
- Stilson Muhwezi – First Secretary
- Eriya Tusubira – Second Secretary
- Kanamwangi Nicholas – Financial Attaché
- Akello Tabisa – Administrative Attaché
Services offered by the high commission
The High Commission of Uganda in Abuja provides a wide array of services to both Ugandan citizens and foreign nationals, with the aim of fostering strong diplomatic ties and supporting the Ugandan community abroad. Specifically, the range of services spans consular, diplomatic, community, and emergency assistance.
Consular Services form a significant part of the embassy’s responsibilities. These include the issuance and renewal of Ugandan passports, ensuring that Ugandan nationals have the necessary documentation to travel. In cases where Ugandans find themselves in distress and need to travel urgently, the embassy provides emergency travel documents. Another critical aspect of consular services is visa processing. The embassy processes visa applications for foreign nationals wishing to visit Uganda, providing guidance on the requirements and processing times to ensure smooth and efficient handling of applications. Additionally, the embassy offers legal and notarial services, which include the legalization of important documents like birth, marriage, and death certificates, as well as the provision of notarial services such as affidavits and power of attorney.
Diplomatic Services are central to the embassy’s role in representing Uganda’s interests abroad. The High Commission engages in bilateral talks and agreements with Nigeria and other ECOWAS countries, working to strengthen political, economic, and cultural ties. The embassy plays a crucial role in diplomatic meetings and events, representing Uganda’s stance on various issues and working to foster mutual understanding. Another key focus is the promotion of trade and investment. The embassy actively works to position Uganda as a prime destination for business opportunities, providing potential investors with information and support to facilitate their ventures in Uganda.
ACCREDITED COUNTRIES
An accredited country is one to which a diplomatic mission (like an embassy) is assigned responsibility for representing its home country’s interests, even if it is not physically located there. This arrangement allows a single embassy to manage diplomatic relations with multiple countries without needing a separate physical presence in each one.
The High Commission is accredited to other ECOWAS member states and Equatorial Guinea.
The High Commission of Uganda in Abuja, Nigeria, is accredited to the following countries
1. Benin
2. Burkina Faso
3. Cape Verde
4. Equatorial Guinea
5. Gambia
6. Ghana
7. Guinea
8. Guinea-Bissau
9. Ivory Coast
10. Liberia
11. Mali
12. Niger
13. Senegal
14. Sierra Leone
15. Togo
Uganda and Nigeria: A Diplomatic Relationship
Uganda and Nigeria share common interests in regional stability, economic growth, and cultural exchange. Their relationship dates back to the post-independence era of the 1960s when both countries gained independence from colonial rule. Diplomatic relations were established to promote cooperation on political, economic, and social issues within Africa and the broader international community.
The relationship was significantly boosted in 1963 when the late Sir Justice Udo Udoma was appointed Uganda’s first African Chief Justice, a role he held for six years (1963-1969). Diplomatic relations were elevated to the ambassadorial level in 1982 when Nigeria appointed its first High Commissioner to Uganda. Since then, there has been a deepened exchange of presidential and other high-profile visits between the two nations. In 2011, both President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan and President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni attended each other’s swearing-in ceremonies. In 2013, President Museveni accepted an invitation from President Jonathan to be a guest lecturer at the convocation ceremony of the Nigerian Institute of Advanced Legal Studies on December 4th, 2013. President Museveni also delivered an inaugural lecture at the National Defence College, Abuja, on September 16th, 2017. Additionally, Vice President Yemi Osinbajo represented President Muhammadu Buhari at President Museveni’s 6th inauguration in Kampala on May 12th, 2021.
Other notable visits include former Head of State Yakubu Gowon and former President Olusegun Obasanjo’s trips to Uganda in 2014 and 2015, respectively. President Obasanjo also led the Commonwealth Election Monitoring Group during Uganda’s February 2016 presidential and parliamentary elections. In September 2021, former President Goodluck Jonathan was appointed Chancellor of Cavendish University, Kampala.
How It Has Been Going
The relationship between Uganda and Nigeria has been marked by collaboration in various sectors, including trade, education, and security. Both countries have been active in regional organizations like the African Union (AU) and the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), working together on issues such as conflict resolution and economic integration. High-level visits between leaders and officials have further strengthened ties, with discussions focusing on trade, investment, and mutual support in international forums.
Recent Meeting Between Ambassadors
Recently, Uganda’s High Commissioner to Nigeria, Amb. Nelson Ocheger, met with Nigerian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Hon. Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, in Abuja to further enhance bilateral ties. During the meeting, both representatives expressed their commitment to strengthening economic, commercial, and political cooperation.
Areas of Cooperation
The discussions focused on several key areas, including:
– Business and Trade: Enhancing interactions in business, trade, investment, tourism, and knowledge sharing.
– Transportation: Uganda Airlines’ commencement of direct flights between Entebbe and Lagos, addressing business sector challenges between the two countries.
– Bilateral Agreements: Reviewing agreements in critical sectors such as energy, oil and gas, defense and security cooperation, and education.
– Joint Permanent Commission (JPC) Meeting: Uganda has expressed its readiness to host the forthcoming JPC meeting in Kampala, expected to facilitate the signing of agreements and Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) to support the private sectors in both countries.