The United States of America, on Saturday, said it will join Nigeria to fight its security challenges henceforward.
This was stated by US Secretary, Antony Blinken, who defined the partnership between both countries.
According to Blunken, since Nigeria shares values of democracy, diversity, and a spirit of entrepreneurship, the US is committed to supporting Nigerian efforts to attack terrorism, insecurity, and as well as free and fair elections.
“On behalf of the USA, I extend best wishes to the people of Nigeria on the 62nd anniversary of their independence.
The partnership between our two countries is strong and is built on our shared values of democracy, diversity, and a spirit of entrepreneurship.
The US is committed to supporting Nigerian efforts to counter terrorism and insecurity, improve health systems, strengthen democratic institutions, promote respect for human rights, and bolster economic growth including through bilateral trade and investment between the US and Nigeria.
We stand with Nigeria as a democratic partner in supporting free and fair elections and value Nigeria’s leadership on global and
regional issues including the fight to end the COVID-19 pandemic.We look forward to expanding our relationship over the coming year and advancing our mutual interests.
The US joins in your celebration and extends our sincerest congratulations, the statement read.
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