President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has said the commonality of
cultures, history and demographics of Nigeria and Republic of Benin will be
explored to the advantage of citizens.
He stated this while honoring a rare invitation as Special
Guest at the 63rd Independence anniversary of Republic of Benin, Tuesday, in
Cotonou.
Tinubu, who was invited by the President of the neighbouring
country, Patrice Talon, noted that the proximity of the two countries, and
similarity in economy, and outlook on development, makes it compulsory to collectively
pursue the same goal of growth, and elevating the populace, particularly the
youths.
“Nigeria and Benin Republic are conjoined twins. We are joined from one stomach. In every aspect, we are one and we share much in common,’’ Tinubu said during an interaction with journalists.
The president said the vision of political and economic
stability of Nigeria and Benin can only be realised by working together,
assuring that the partnership will be strengthened and upscaled at various
levels.
This was disclosed in a statement by Dele Alake, Special
Adviser to the President on Special Duties, Communications and Strategy, on
Tuesday.
Tinubu thanked Talon for the honor, and for also inviting
six Nigerian governors, who graced the occasion.
The governors are: Ogun, Dapo Abiodun; Lagos, Babajide
Sanwo-Olu; Oyo, Seyi Makinde; Kwara, AbdulRahman AbdulRasaq; Kebbi, Nasir
Idris, and Niger, Mohammed Umar Bago.
In his remarks, President Talon said the historic invitation
to have another leader at the country’s independence celebration was to show
high respect for President Tinubu, following his track record of providing
leadership in Nigeria, and the West Coast.
“I want to really appreciate President Tinubu for honouring
our invitation to participate in our 63rd anniversary. It is not a normal
practice to invite a foreign leader for independence celebration, but this
signals the constructive and positive relationship we have enjoyed, and more
benefits to come,’’ the Beninese leader added.
President Tinubu returned to Nigeria after the Independence
Day event.
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