August 31, 2018

Video: Buhari Receives German Chancellor, Angela Merkel

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President Muhammadu Buhari on Friday received the vising German Chancellor, Angela Merkel, at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.

The German leader, who is concluding her tour of three West African countries, arrived Aso Rock at about 10.02a.m.

Press Conference by Chancellor Merkel and President Buhari.

President Buhari addressed the issue of illegal migration. “This administration is very clear: we do not support illegal migration. But we will also do everything to help bring all stranded Nigerians back home.” pic.twitter.com/ky2RknKlqa

— Presidency Nigeria (@NGRPresident) August 31, 2018

President Buhari, who welcomed the German Chancellor at the fore court of the Presidential Villa, introduced some members of his cabinet and presidential aides to his visitor before going into closed door meeting to deliberate on issues of mutual interest to both Nigeria and Germany.

Merkel is on her final leg of a three-day trip to Senegal, Ghana and Nigeria with a focus on strengthening economic development and containing illegal migration.

The German leader, is accompanied by an economic team delegation.

Video: Buhari Receives German Chancellor, Angela Merkel

Central Banks Now Hold More Gold Than U.S. Treasuries

Alleged Christian Genocide: Nigerian Lawmakers Slam US Bill, Call It A “Malicious lie”

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