*Bob Chikwem Amadi, a Nigerian medical student at the American International University, in Saint Lucia, describes his meeting with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre as a very inspiring moment’

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Bob Chikwem Amadi, a Nigerian medical student at the American International University, in Saint Lucia, has described his encounter with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre in the Caribbean country as very inspiring.

Mr. Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, who said this in a statement Sunday, June 29, 2025, disclosed Amadi is preparing for the clinical phase of his medical training at the American International University, in Saint Lucia.

The statement noted the Nigerian student also had a memorable encounter with President Tinubu and Lucian Prime Minister Pierre on the second day of President Tinubu’s state visit to the Caribbean nation.

Amadi works part-time as a talent and brand manager with a local catering and entertainment firm.

He was also among the company’s staff invited to provide services during President Tinubu’s state visit to the Prime Minister’s official residence in the country, Onanuga stated.

The statement further revealed that during Tinubu’s visit, the host Prime Minister’s staff informed him that one of the service team members was a Nigerian student.

At the beginning of his talks with President Tinubu, Prime Minister Pierre then, introduced Amadi, a native of Rivers State, to the Nigerian leader at the event.

The Presidency said Tinubu paused briefly to ask the young man his name, background, and how he was doing.

The Presidential aide stated President Tinubu wished Amadi well in his studies and endeavours in Saint Lucia.

The medical student was later invited for a group photograph with both leaders.

Relating his experience, Amadi said: “This is an inspiring moment for me. Saint Lucia is an amazing island.

“I will describe it as a wonderful place. They are a very contented society, and things are relatively calm.”

Reflecting on the ties between Nigeria and Saint Lucia, Amadi said, “We have always hoped that there are many opportunities between Saint Lucia and Nigeria. “We share similar food crops and culture, and the connection is deep.”

The statement as well noted that Amadi has lived in Saint Lucia for 10 years. He has completed his four-year basic programme in Medicine and is now preparing for the next phase of his education, added the statement.

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