Nigeria is commited to eradicating the activities of terrorism through collaborations with countries such as the United States of America in line with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s agenda of making the country secure and safe for all citizens.
The Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Matawalle stated when he met with Congresswoman Betty McCollum and several members of the US Congress at the United States Capitol.
In a statement by the Ministry of Defence in Nigeria, the Minsiter said, Nigeria would strengthen bilateral relations with US on security in the fight against terrorism and other criminalities while highlighting the significance of the longstanding friendship between Nigeria and the USA.
Dr. Matawalle further stated that the collaboration between the two countries would boost Nigeria’s capabilities in addressing pressing security challenges, particularly in the fight against terrorism.
Congresswoman Betty McCollum who is currently the leader of the United States House Committee on Appropriation for Defence expressed the United States willingness and commitment to supporting Nigeria in its efforts to combat terrorism and other security threats through intelligence and information sharing, training and Military hardware production.
She said the discussions on collaborations between the two countries underscore the shared commitment of both nations in fostering regional and global security.Betty McCollum further stated that the meeting would serve as a pivotal moment in reinforcing diplomatic ties and collaborative efforts between Nigeria and the United States, while strengthening partnership that would contribute significantly to the stability of security in the Nigeria.
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