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The United States Government has congratulated Nigeria on its 66th Independence Anniversary, reaffirming its commitment to strengthening bilateral relations between both countries.
The US Department of State, in a statement issued by the Office of the Spokesperson on Thursday, said Washington valued its relationship with Nigeria and welcomed the substantive dialogue between the two countries over the past year.
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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.
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“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,” the statement read.
The department described Nigeria as Africa’s largest democracy and one of the continent’s largest economies, noting its role in promoting regional stability and economic growth.
It said the United States remained committed to working with Nigeria towards shared development and security objectives.
According to the statement, both countries share common priorities centred on democratic principles, religious freedom, commercial relations, peace and security.
“Our two nations are bound by a shared commitment to continued progress on our common priorities, rooted in mutual democratic principles, the protection of religious freedom, a growing commercial relationship, and a commitment to fostering peace and security,” the statement read.
The US Government also expressed hope for continued peace, unity and prosperity in Nigeria, extending its goodwill to the country and its people as they marked the anniversary of independence.
“May this proud nation and its people thrive in peace, unity, prosperity, and hope for generations to come,” it said.
