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Biden meets Tinubu, applauds steps aimed at reforming Nigeria’s economy

 

US President Joe Biden has applauded President Bola Tinubu for his effort towards preserving the rule of law and democracy in Niger Republic.

In a statement released by the White House during the second day of the G20 summit in India, the US president appreciated Tinubu for preserving the rule of law in Niger and also acknowledged his national economic policies in Nigeria.

The US president added that America is committed to reinforcing its longstanding relationship with Nigeria

The statement reads: “President Joe Biden met with Nigerian President Bola Tinubu today on the sidelines of the G20 in New Delhi, India to reinforce our enduring commitment to the U.S.-Nigeria relationship and to the longstanding friendship between our two countries and peoples.

“President Biden welcomed the Tinubu Administration’s steps to reform Nigeria’s economy and thanked President Tinubu for his strong leadership as the chair of the Economic Community of West African States to defend and preserve democracy and the rule of law in Niger and the broader region.

“Nigeria’s invitation to the G-20 Summit is a recognition of Nigeria’s important global role as Africa’s largest democracy and economy.”