President Muhammadu Buhari Tuesday in Abuja urged United States of America to ensure that its sources of information on Nigeria cut across all sectors as some people might provide misleading and manipulative narratives for self-serving purposes, ignoring the larger picture of a united country.
\nThe President, who received Letters of Credence of United States of America Ambassador to Nigeria, Mary Beth Leonard, said the recent listing of Nigeria for human rights concerns created an impression that some people were being unfairly treated or marginalized in the country.
\n\u201cI know that those with access have created an impression of being marginalized.
\n\u201cI sit here with a clear conscience. I took an oath and I am honouring the office,\u2019\u2019 he was quoted as saying in a statement by his spokesman, Mr. Garba Shehu.
\nPresident Buhari said he took some time to explain the situation in the country when he met with President Donald Trump in Washington DC as the American President expressed concern with reports of attacks on segments of the society.
\n\u201cIt is not an easy task to work for the unity of the country, and I am doing my best. During your stay in the country I am asking you to ensure that your sources of strategic information cut across,\u2019\u2019 he added.
\nThe president urged the envoy to use the opportunity of her posting to Nigeria, with her experience, knowledge and energy to get the facts on the country.
\nIn her remarks, the United States Ambassador said Nigeria was listed on a watch list to deepen conversation on the humanitarian situation in the country, accepting that some people could \u201cflare the flames and crystalize issues\u2019\u2019 that could affect peaceful-coexistence.
\n\u201cThere are people who make things less attractive than they seem,\u2019\u2019 she said, noting that the report will deepen conversation of the situation in the country, especially with religious leaders and mediators.
\n\u201cI want to assure that the United States recognizes and celebrates the integration in Nigeria.\u2019\u2019
\nShe said the United States will always side with transparent processes.
\nThe Ambassador said Nigeria and America have a lot in common in terms of \u201cbeing big among neighbours, enthusiastic and entrepreneurial\u201d.
\nMs Leonard assured President Buhari of support from the United States, especially on the humanitarian challenges, while appreciating the willingness to always share useful information and intelligence with her country.
\n\u201cI feel it\u2019s a privilege and great honour to be here; coming to see the giant of Africa. I have worked for 30 decades before coming to Nigeria. We will do a lot together for peace, security and delivering humanitarian assistance,\u2019\u2019 she added.
\nPresident Buhari also received Letters of Credence from the High Commissioner of Sri Lanka to Nigeria, Ahamed Lebbe Sabarullah Khan.
\nThe President appreciated the country for supporting Nigeria to provide the President of the United Nations General Assembly.
\nIn his remarks, the High Commissioner said:
\n\u201cOur countries face similar challenges and we will support each other.\u2019\u2019
\nHe said Sri Lanka will also strengthen bilateral relations with Nigeria on trade and investments.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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