EXPLORING CHINESE AID AND NIGERIA–CHINA RELATIONS

Abstract

China's developmental aid to Nigeria and its effects on Nigerian relations are examined in this thesis. The study examines China's diplomatic and economic interactions with Africa since the 1950s. The main goal is to understand how Chinese aid has affected Nigeria's foreign policy and economy. The research identifies three phases in China-Africa relations: diplomatic ties during the African independence movements, China's 1971 UN Security Council membership, and economic liberalization and growth after the Maoist era. Chinese aid to Africa, which began in the 1950s, has risen, making China a key international development player. Nigeria is used to examine how Chinese funding has affected development and bilateral relations. The paper examines Chinese aid to Nigeria, its intentions, and its effects on Nigeria-China relations. It also emphasizes Nigeria's strategic importance to China due to its large oil reserves and growing Chinese involvement in the oil industry. Chinese aid has improved Nigeria's infrastructure, economy, and diplomatic relations, according to the theory. The risk of neo-colonialism and the viability of aid-driven programs are additional issues. This study analyzes data from books, journal articles, and policy papers to summarize the China-Nigeria relationship. It helps international development and foreign aid discourse by revealing China's foreign policy processes and their effects on Africa. This research is important for international relations and development policymakers, academics, and stakeholders. They stress strategic collaborations and the need for African nations to use foreign aid for sustainable development. The thesis concludes with recommendations to maximize Chinese aid and minimize its hazards to support Nigeria's long-term development goals.