Buhari Asks US Secretary Of State To Relocate HQ Of Africom From Germany To Africa

 

Buhari Applauds Biden's Decision To Revoke Ban On Travels, Visas For Citizens From Muslims Nations, African Countries

..... Calls For US Support Over Security Challenges.

President Muhammadu Buhari on a statement issued on Tuesday April 27 2021 reveals that he reached out to the US Secretary of State Blinken. 

Read statement: 

In my call with US Secretary of State Blinken, I asked the US to consider re-locating the AFRICOM HQ from Germany to Africa—near the Theatre of Operation; against the backdrop of growing security challenges in West & Central Africa, Gulf of Guinea, Lake Chad region & the Sahel.

I also reiterated that Nigeria and her security forces remain resolutely committed to containing security challenges in our nation and region, and addressing their root causes.  The support of important and strategic partners like the United States of course cannot be overstated.

Nigeria will continue to enhance collaboration in all forms with friends and strategic partners; all of us working together for greater security for all concerned.

I also expressed appreciation to President Biden for his welcome decision to repeal the restrictions on travel and visas for citizens predominantly from Muslim nations and African countries, including Nigeria; as well as re-joining the WHO and Paris Agreement on Climate Change.

The leadership of the United States in these two areas is crucial for the international community.

On our part, Nigeria remains resolute in her commitment to supporting global efforts as enshrined in the Paris Agreement on Climate Change.