The State of Israel yesterday expressed its willingness to assist the incoming administration of General Muhammadu Buhari (rtd) in the fight against corruption, terrorism and in the development of agriculture.
In a congratulatory letter signed by President Reuven Rivlin and delivered to the President-elect, in Abuja, the Israeli leader noted that Nigeria and Israel faced: “similar dangers and challenges in our daily struggle against those who want to terrorise our citizens.”He added that “The latest news regarding the Boko Haram -ISIS alliance underscores the need for like-minded countries to unite in the fight against such radical terrorist organizations. I assure you that in this important campaign, Israel stand with Nigeria.
“I wish you every success in the challenging task ahead and trust that under your presidency, the relations of friendship and cooperation between Nigeria and Israel will continue to expand and strengthen.
Responding, General Buhari expressed his warm appreciation of the Israeli gesture and pledged to work with all countries to their mutual benefits.
The congratulatory letter was delivered to Buhari by the Israeli Ambassador to Nigeria, Uri Palti.
Also yesterday, the Tunisia Ambassador to Nigeria, Hattab Haddaoul, paid a visit to the president-elect at the APC Campaign Office in Abuja, where he presented him with a congratulatory message.
Source: Newswatch Daily
In a congratulatory letter signed by President Reuven Rivlin and delivered to the President-elect, in Abuja, the Israeli leader noted that Nigeria and Israel faced: “similar dangers and challenges in our daily struggle against those who want to terrorise our citizens.”He added that “The latest news regarding the Boko Haram -ISIS alliance underscores the need for like-minded countries to unite in the fight against such radical terrorist organizations. I assure you that in this important campaign, Israel stand with Nigeria.
“I wish you every success in the challenging task ahead and trust that under your presidency, the relations of friendship and cooperation between Nigeria and Israel will continue to expand and strengthen.
Responding, General Buhari expressed his warm appreciation of the Israeli gesture and pledged to work with all countries to their mutual benefits.
The congratulatory letter was delivered to Buhari by the Israeli Ambassador to Nigeria, Uri Palti.
Also yesterday, the Tunisia Ambassador to Nigeria, Hattab Haddaoul, paid a visit to the president-elect at the APC Campaign Office in Abuja, where he presented him with a congratulatory message.
Source: Newswatch Daily
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