President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called on the European Union to assist Nigeria and Africa in strengthening security and economic development to alleviate poverty in the continent.
In a State House statement signed by the Director of Information, Abiodun Oladunjoye, the President made call during a telephone conversation with the President of the European Council, Mr. Charles Michel.
President Tinubu said Nigeria and the whole of Africa would require the help and partnership of friends and development partners like the EU to address the excruciating poverty in the continent.
While requesting the EU to look at specific areas of security challenge like the Lake Chad and coastal areas, the Nigerian leader promised to remain in contact with the European Union and other member states.
He said poverty and insecurity were priority areas for his administration and he would do all that is required to address them.
The Council President, Charles Michel who pledged the commitment of the Council towards a stronger cooperation and partnership with Nigeria based on mutual respect and common interests pointed out that the largest black nation in the world is important to the EU and the International Community.
Mr. Michel urged the Nigerian leader to continue to work with the EU in all relevant areas.
The European Council is an institution that defines the general political direction and priorities of the European Union.
