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“We know the investments we make in this country in different sectors, and our partnership on security and counter-terrorism are not just for Nigeria’s benefit but for both of our countries’ benefit.
He said Nigeria is a necessary partner for sustaining democracy in Africa and beyond, noting that it is the continent’s biggest economy and largest democracy.
“I am excited about the opportunity we have had to learn, to listen, to meet these extraordinary people in your community who share our common values of democracy, entrepreneurship, and commitment to peace and strong growth.
“We are capable and willing to lift our own people out of poverty.” In his remarks, Senator Booker described President Tinubu as a visionary leade, whomadek tough but necessary decisions for the good of Nigerians.
We know in America that there is no greater or more important partner for the United States on the African continent than its biggest country, its biggest democracy, and its biggest economy.
He said that while democracy must be defended, it must also translate into tangibles such as quality healthcare, good education, food security, shelter, and overall economic prosperity for the people of Nigeria.
He said: “It is important for our partners to help strengthen democracy in Africa.
Something that many American leaders should look to; someone who believes so much in their people that they can make difficult decisions and know that their country is resilient and strong to endure so that it can emerge stronger on the other side,” he said.
Senator noted that Nigeria and the United States are partners bound by shared values of democracy, rule of law, and commitment to peace and good governance.
“I wonder how democracy will survive if we do not fight for it.
“How can we be categorized and thrown into IMF’s basket of trickle-down slices? He said: “Nigeria, as the giant of Africa, had suffered leadership elephantiasis years back.
He added: “I share my enthusiasm about deepening the partnership between Nigeria and the United States.
“I see so many similarities between the sustainable turnaround I led and the efforts you are making to transform Nigeria for the better.
The power of our citizens is and must remain supreme.” The Nigerian leader told the U.S.
Congressional delegation that there is a need for the United States to evolve a more prudent and pragmatic partnership with Africa..
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