President Muhammadu Buhari on Monday afternoon from London spoke to
President Donald Trump on telephone at the request of the American
President.
The conversation was cordial and President Buhari
congratulated Trump on his election as President of the United States,
and on his cabinet.
According a statement by Mr. Femi Adesina, Special Adviser to the President
(Media & Publicity) the two leaders discussed ways to improve cooperation in the fight against terrorism through provision of necessary equipment.
(Media & Publicity) the two leaders discussed ways to improve cooperation in the fight against terrorism through provision of necessary equipment.
President Trump encouraged President Buhari to keep up the good work
he is doing, and also commended him for the efforts made in rescuing 24
of the Chibok Girls and the strides being taken by the Nigerian
military.
President Trump assured the Nigerian President of US
readiness to cut a new deal in helping Nigeria in terms of military
weapons to combat terrorism.
President Trump also invited President Buhari to Washington at a mutually convenient date.
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