The United States has congratulated Nigeria at 66, praised it as one of the biggest democracy in Africa.
“On behalf of the United States of America, I extend my congratulations to the people of Nigeria on the 66th anniversary of Nigeria’s independence,” US Department of State said this morning, added it was proud of Nigeria.
Describing Nigeria as one of the Africa’s biggest economy too, US appeared to urged Nigeria to leverage on those positions to contribute to regional stability.
US also compared Nigeria to itself on the aspects of democratic principles, while saying it would stand with the African nation on shared commitment of religious freedom, commercial relations, peace and security.
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“The United States is proud to stand alongside Nigeria in pursuit of these common goals,” the department said.
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