Vice President Yemi Osinbajo and his American counterpart, Mike Pence, have highlighted economy, military assistance, countering extremism and terrorism at a meeting at the White House, Washington, D.C.
Osinbajo’s spokesman, Laolu Akande, in a statement in Abuja, said both leaders affirmed the mutual benefit inherent in a deeper bilateral relationship.
Both vice presidents, in their discussion on economy, military assistance and other issues, affirmed the need for continuous observation of the rule of law.
They also acknowledged Nigeria’s pride of place on the African continent and America’s reputed global leadership.
Osinbajo said that Nigeria, being the largest economy in Africa, offered great opportunities to US investors.
Pence urged Nigeria to continue to pursue market reforms in the economy and encourage an independent judiciary, adding that the rule of law would contribute to Nigeria’s future.
