Biden Affirms US Readiness To Help Tackle Insecurity

The United States Vice President, Joe Biden, has affirmed the readiness of the United States to expand collaboration with Nigeria on issues of common concern, including economic and security matters.

In a statement by the Public Affairs section of the United States Diplomatic Mission to Nigeria, Biden commended the Nigeria’s President-elect, General Mohammadu Buhari in ensuring the March 28 general elections were conducted peacefully.

“The Vice-president commended President-elect Buhari for his leadership in helping to ensure the elections were conducted peacefully and urged him to continue to foster a smooth, inclusive, and peaceful transition with President Jonathan,” the statement said.

”The Vice-president expressed the United States’ support for Nigeria’s efforts to counter Boko Haram, recover hostages held by the group, and protect civilian populations.

“The vice president also expressed the willingness of the United States to partner more closely with Nigeria to strengthen its economy.”