U.S. Recognizes Nigeria’s Religious Coexistence, Reaffirms Strong Ties with Tinubu Administration
The United States has acknowledged Nigeria’s longstanding tradition of religious coexistence, noting it as an essential part of the country’s identity and resilience.
This recognition came during a meeting between U.S. Special Advisor for Arab and African Affairs, Massad Boulos, and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, amid ongoing efforts to strengthen bilateral ties and counter false narratives portraying Nigeria as divided along religious lines. Boulos highlighted the deep-rooted presence of both Christianity and Islam in Nigeria and affirmed that religious diversity remains a unifying element rather than a source of division.
Their discussions also focused on enhancing economic cooperation, expanding U.S.-Nigeria trade, and building an investment climate capable of supporting long-term growth and regional prosperity. This aligns with President Tinubu’s economic agenda to stabilise key sectors and attract foreign capital.
Security collaboration was another key area of engagement, with both parties reaffirming joint efforts to combat terrorism and violent extremism in the Sahel, Lake Chad Basin, and Gulf of Guinea. They stressed the importance of translating shared commitments on peace and stability into actionable outcomes through intelligence cooperation, capacity building, and diplomatic partnerships.
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