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You're referring to the recent visit of a US Congressional Delegation to Nigeria!
On July 22-24, 2022, a bipartisan delegation of eight members of the US Congress visited Nigeria to discuss various issues, including the fight against Boko Haram and other security challenges in the country.
The delegation, led by Representative Gregory Meeks (D-NY), included:
- Representative Gregory Meeks (D-NY) - Chair, House Foreign Affairs Committee
- Representative Chris Smith (R-NJ) - Co-Chair, House Foreign Affairs Committee
- Representative Karen Bass (D-CA) - Chair, House Africa, Global Health, and Global Human Rights Subcommittee
- Representative Michael McCaul (R-TX) - Ranking Member, House Foreign Affairs Committee
- Representative Sheila Jackson Lee (D-TX)
- Representative Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA)
- Representative Susan Wild (D-PA)
- Representative Chris Pappas (D-NH)
During their visit, the delegation met with Nigerian government officials, including President Muhammadu Buhari, to discuss issues such as:
- Boko Haram and the Lake Chad Basin region: The delegation expressed concern about the ongoing insurgency and the humanitarian crisis in the region. They urged the Nigerian government to intensify efforts to defeat the terrorist group and protect civilians.
- Security and counter-terrorism: The delegation discussed ways to enhance cooperation between the US and Nigeria on security and counter-terrorism, including sharing intelligence and best practices.
- Human rights and democracy: The delegation emphasized the importance of protecting human rights and promoting democratic values in Nigeria, including the need for free and fair elections.
- Economic cooperation: The delegation explored opportunities for increased economic cooperation between the US and Nigeria, including trade, investment, and development partnerships.
The visit was seen as an important step in strengthening the US-Nigeria relationship and addressing common challenges in the region.