President of the United States, President Donald Trump has congratulated President Buhari and Nigerians on its 59th independence anniversary.
In a statement released by the United States Embassy, President Trump said Nigeria and the United States are allies in the fight against Terrorism.
President Trump also said Nigeria is one of its strongest partners in Africa, sharing common goals of expanding trades and growing of economic relationship.
The Full statement reads;
“Dear Mr. President:
On behalf of the American people, I extend our warmest greetings and congratulate you on the 59th anniversary of Nigeria’s independence.
Nigeria is among our strongest partners in Africa. We share common goals of expanding trade and growing our economic relationship. We are allies in the global battle against terrorism, and we want to see Boko Haram and ISIS-West Africa driven out of the region and other insurgencies like them dismantled. The United States welcomes efforts by your administration to diversify opportunities for your talented, creative, and hardworking people to the benefit of both our countries, Africa, and the world.
I am pleased that following our meeting last year, our Vice Presidents are also building on our longstanding history of cooperation. I wish the people of Nigeria continued success as you mark another year of independence”.
Sincerely,
Donald J. Trump.
