Mike Pompeo, US secretary of
state, has called President Muhamadu Buhari and reaffirmed the longstanding
relationship between his country and Nigeria.
Heather Nauert, spokeswoman the
Department of State, said during the call, Pompeo also underscored Buhari’s
visit to the US on April 30, and recognised Nigeria’s leadership in Africa.
“On May 17, Secretary Pompeo
called Nigerian President Buhari,” Nauert said.
“The secretary noted the
longstanding relationship between the Nigerian and American people and
underscored the themes of the April 30 official working visit of President
Buhari to the White House.
“He recognised Nigerian
leadership across the African continent on priorities we share: countering
terrorism and other threats to peace and security, creating economic
opportunity, fighting corruption, and advancing democracy and stability.
“The secretary welcomed continued
cooperation in advancing our nations’ mutual prosperity.”
Buhari visited the US on April 30
on the invitation of President Donald Trump, and held bilateral meetings with
the US counterpart at the White House.
The meetings, which also had
cabinet members from both sides, focused on security, economy and the fight
against corruption.
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