Nigeria’s strength lies in its unity and that's all we want – US Ambassador to Nigeria

Mr. Stuart Symington, the United States of America’s Ambassador to Nigeria,  has said that the US will continue to work towards the promotion of the unity of Nigeria, where he said the strength of the world’s most populous black nation lies.

The envoy, who led top officials of the embassy on a working visit to the office of the Governor of Oyo State, Senator Abiola Ajimobi, in Ibadan,  yesterday, said that the US recognised the strategic importance of Nigeria in Africa.

He said his visit was in the furtherance of his country’s vision and mission to explore new frontiers of partnership for development with African countries, which, he said, informed his decision to tour every part of the country.

Symington called on the state government to work with the US towards setting a new pace in socio-economic development, adding that Nigeria was loved all over the world, especially in the US because of its unity.

He said, “This visit is not just a courtesy call; It is in continuation of America’s vision and mission. We are looking forward to working with your state to set up a new pace in development.

“We are happy to be here and I’m telling you that Nigeria as a country is loved by all Americans and even in the world for the sake of the unity the country uphold.”

The governor had earlier sought the assistance of the US government in his administration’s efforts at promoting human capital development and technical education in the state.