Anna Westerholm
@annawesterholm.bsky.social
🇸🇪Ambassador to Nigeria @swedeninnigeria.bsky.social🇳🇬, Ambassador-Designate to Cameroon🇨🇲, Ghana🇬🇭 & ECOWAS (fmr Amb. EU 🇪🇺Eastern Partnership🇦🇲🇦🇿🇧🇾🇬🇪🇲🇩🇺🇦) Personally: Earthwalker🌍 ”For all that has been, Thank you. For all that is to come, Yes!” – Dag Hammarskjöld
Today, on what would have been Dag Hammarskjöld's birthday, we honor the Swedish diplomat whose vision and leadership helped shape modern international cooperation. His legacy reminds us that dialogue, peace, and multilateralism remain as important today as ever. #DagHammarskjold #Sweden
Globally, nearly 300 million people needed humanitarian assistance in 2025, yet only 98 million received support. When millions face hunger, displacement, and insecurity, solidarity matters. Sweden is stepping up, providing SEK 99 million for Nigeria in 2026. #SwedenInNigeria #LeaveNoOneBehind
Men are powerful agents of change in the fight against gender-based violence and harmful gender stereotypes. Together with our partners at Asviol, we visited a mai shayi spot in Abuja to witness firsthand how these spaces continue to foster conversations on preventing #SGBV. #SwedenInNigeria
Yes, visit #Sweden ☀️❣️
Embassy of Sweden in Abuja@swedeninnigeria.bsky.social · 2mo ago🇸🇪 This is Sweden. 📍 Kiruna, Sweden ☀️ The town where the sun never sets. Every summer, the Midnight Sun transforms Kiruna into a place where daylight lasts around the clock. Would you like to experience a summer with 24 hours of daylight? Visit Sweden. 📸: Nordlig Photo #SwedenInNigeria
🇸🇪🇳🇬 Last week, Ambassador Anna Westerholm met with Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu‑Ojukwu, reflecting on 65 years of strong, respectful Sweden–Nigeria relations. From innovation to education, our partnership continues to grow in harmony. #SwedenInNigeria
UN🇺🇳 International Day of Yoga: I’m reminded that progress isn’t always about pushing hard. Yoga has taught me balance, focus, resilience & patience. Some of life’s best lessons come from losing balance, getting back up & moving on with humility & humour. Namaste नमस्ते🙏 #IDY2026 #InternationalDayOfYoga
12 years ago, the world had just passed 50 million forcibly displaced people. Today, the number exceeds 117 million. Nigeria alone accounts for around 3-3.5%. Behind every statistics is a person. The numbers have changed dramatically. Our responsibility has not. #WorldRefugeeDay #UntilEveryoneIsSafe
Wearing the blue ribbon this week to mark the 75th anniversary of the Refugee Convention and to support @unhcr.org’s vital work. Proud that #Sweden continues to be a major donor, helping protect and support people forced to flee. #WithRefugees #UntilEveryoneIsSafe 🇺🇳
Embassy of Sweden in Abuja@swedeninnigeria.bsky.social · 2mo agoAs we mark 75 years of the 1951 Refugee Convention, Sweden’s partnership with UNHCR is essential. Safety is more than escape — it’s dignity, rights, & the chance to rebuild. We’re proud to support UNHCR’s frontline work. In 2025, Sweden contributed USD 159.4M. #UntilEveryoneIsSafe #SwedenInNigeria
Happy Democracy Day, Nigeria 🇳🇬 Democracy must serve everyone — especially young girls. Partners like Plan International contributes to a thriving democracy by advancing inclusion, empowering girls and youth, strengthening civic engagement, and safeguarding freedoms.👏🏼 #SwedenInNigeria #Democracy
Today we celebrate! ❤️🇸🇪 #NationalDaySweden
Embassy of Sweden in Abuja@swedeninnigeria.bsky.social · 3mo agoHappy National Day, Sweden! 🎉🇸🇪 Two important events in the history of Sweden happened on 6 June: Gustav Vasa was elected king in 1523, ending the Kalmar Union with 🇩🇰 and 🇳🇴, and Sweden adopted a new, important constitution on 6 June 1809. Two perfect reasons to celebrate! #celebratewithsweden
Happy #AfricaDay2026! Sweden is proud to partner with the African Union for sustainable development across the continent. Together, we’re delivering real impact on: 🕊️ Governance and peace 📈 Implementing AfCFTA 💜 Continental SRHR coordination Sweden and AU - together for a resilient future 🌍
As we mark 65 years of 🇸🇪-🇳🇬 relations, here is a throwback to H.R.H. Crown Princess Victoria’s visit to Nigeria. From high‑level meetings to launching our new trade office, presenting Pippi in Pidgin, exploring youth innovations - our partnership keeps growing. #SwedenInNigeria #BuildingTomorrowToday
The new Swedish humanitarian aid package from @sidasweden.bsky.social will make a difference for a large number of crisis affected people in #Nigeria. +99 million SEK channeled through @unicef.org @wfp.org @nrc-global.bsky.social
My very first visit to beautiful Accra - and certainly many more to come. 🇸🇪🫱🏻🫲🏾🇬🇭
Embassy of Sweden in Abuja@swedeninnigeria.bsky.social · 4mo ago🇸🇪🤝🇬🇭 Swedish businesses in Ghana continue to drive innovation and we are proud to support them. Last week, Ambassador‑Designate @annawesterholm.bsky.social met Sweden‑connected companies and government officials in Accra to deepen economic ties & advance shared priorities. Medaase, Ghana!🙏🏽🇬🇭✨
🎓Are you an Alumnus of a Swedish Institution? This is for you! The Swedish Institute is opening traineeship spots with 8 Swedish companies in Nigeria🇳🇬 & Ghana🇬🇭 Want to deploy your knowledge from Sweden🇸🇪 and advance your career? Apply by 23 April. Link in the comment. #SwedenInNigeria #Traineeship
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#WikiGap has championed women’s visibility since 2018. This year’s WikiGap 2026 wrapped with a powerful symposium and recognition for outstanding Wikipedia contributors. Grateful to our inspiring panelists for pushing women’s achievements to the forefront. #SwedenInNigeria #WikiGap2026
The Nordics in Nigeria 🇸🇪🇩🇰🇫🇮🇳🇴 together with Swedish companies, had a great visit to Enugu - joining the Enugu Tech Festival, they had interactions with Governor Dr Peter Ndubuisi Mbah and his team, State Commissioners, and a visit to UNN. Thank you, Enugu State - Daalu, Enugu
Pleased to host the 2026 kick‑off for the Sweden Alumni Network in Nigeria. Ambassador @annawesterholm.bsky.social encouraged alumni to act as informal ambassadors of Sweden🇸🇪 in Nigeria 🇳🇬. Thanks to all who joined and looking forward to more connections ahead. 👏 #SwedenInNigeria #SwedishAlumni
Books 📚(of course!), food 🍲, and big ideas💡- H.E. @annawesterholm.bsky.social had a great conversation with @lolashoneyin.bsky.social of #OuidaBooks. Looking forward to future collaboration. May we co-create new stories… and share more food and ideas along the way. 😊 #SwedenInNigeria
Hipp hipp Hurray! Congratulations! 🥳✨ 🇸🇪❤️🇳🇬 #BuildingTomorrowToday
Embassy of Sweden in Abuja@swedeninnigeria.bsky.social · 6mo ago🎉 We have a winner! After reviewing hundreds of entries for the logo celebrating 65 years of Sweden–Nigeria relations, Moyosoreoluwa Adeyeye’s design has been selected! Thank you to everyone who shared their creativity. Congratulations! 🌟
Message from the 🇸🇪Minister for Foreign Affairs: @swedishmfa.bsky.social 👇
Embassy of Sweden in Abuja@swedeninnigeria.bsky.social · 6mo agoSweden's Minister for Foreign Affairs Maria, Malmer Stenergard, has presented the Government’s 2026 Statement of Foreign Policy. Priorities include: - Support to Ukraine and increased pressure on Russia - Stronger cooperation in security and trade - Gender equality. government.se/speeches/202...
Hello Nigerian🇳🇬 women in STEM - this is for you. 👋 Apply for the SI Pioneering Women in STEM scholarship to study in Sweden 🇸🇪 Deadline: 25 February 2026 si.se/en/apply/sch... #WomenInSTEM #StudyInSweden #SwedenInNigeria
Love is love – today and every day ❤️ Valentine’s Day is a reminder that love, in all its forms, deserves to be seen, respected, and celebrated. Sweden stands for the equal worth of all and for the right to love whomever one chooses. To express love is a human right. #SwedeninNigeria #LoveisLove
The Hackathon - powered by Ericsson with the Federal Government of Nigeria and Tech Revolution Africa - is a big step toward empowering Nigeria’s next generation of tech talent. Are you the one they are looking for? Apply here: ericssonhackathon.techrevolutionafrica.org 🇳🇬🤝🇸🇪
Great working with @undp.org in Nigeria. 🇺🇳🇸🇪
Embassy of Sweden in Abuja@swedeninnigeria.bsky.social · 6mo agoSweden’s commitment to Nigeria’s development was reaffirmed last week as Ambassador Anna Westerholm and colleagues from our Embassies in Addis Ababa and Dakar visited UNDP Nigeria in Abuja 🤝🇸🇪🇳🇬 Proud to see our partnership strengthening stability and delivering lasting results. #SwedenInNigeria
A starting point for me, building on the work by #TeamSweden in Nigeria. #BuildingTomorrowToday 🇸🇪🫱🏻🫲🏾🇳🇬
Embassy of Sweden in Abuja@swedeninnigeria.bsky.social · 7mo agoGreat discussions with HM Bosun Tijani about advancing digital & green transition.🤝 @annawesterholm.bsky.social led the delegation which included Trade Commissioner Marlena Batist Hager & 1st Secretary Fredrik Åhsberg. 🇸🇪 remains a committed partner in building trusted digital infrastructure in 🇳🇬.
