The United States Government has congratulated the Nigerian people on their commitment to tackling corruption, strengthening democratic institutions, and leveraging Nigerian entrepreneurship to promote economic recovery.
In a statement, the United States Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo said the people-to-people partnerships between the nations were helping Nigeria to combat the threat posed by COVID-19.
“On behalf of the United States Government and the American people, I extend best wishes to the people of Nigeria on the 60th anniversary of their independence.
“Our countries share important democratic values and a similar entrepreneurial spirit, and we congratulate the Nigerian people on your commitment to tackling corruption, strengthening democratic institutions, and leveraging Nigerian entrepreneurship to promote economic recovery.
“Even now, the people-to-people partnerships between our two nations are helping Nigeria combat the threat posed by COVID-19,” Pompeo said.
He added that Nigeria was an important leader in West Africa and across the entire continent and the United States would continue to support the Nigerian people to collaborate with neighbours to expand regional peace and security and counter violent extremists.
“We look forward to continuing working with a peaceful and prosperous Nigeria and to making progress in support of our shared values in the coming year. Once again, congratulations on 60 years of Nigerian independence,” he said.
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