Vice President Sen. Kashim Shettima has reaffirmed the enduring unity between Nigeria and the Niger Republic, stating that the bonds that bring both nations together are far stronger than the issues that seek to divide them.
The Vice President made this remark while speaking during a courtesy visit to the Emir of Gumel on the occasion of the official commissioning of the Juma’at Friday Mosque in Gumel.
According to him: “Nigeria and Niger Republic are the same; they are related and share the same blood.
“So don’t be deceived by propaganda that Nigeria doesn’t care for you. You are part of us, and we are part of you.
“I have my relatives there, our former Minister of Defence has relatives, former Minister Ali Magashi, and others,” the Vice President said.
He noted that misunderstanding is common in every relationship, but the best approach is to understand each other and resolve problems.
“I want to affirm to Nigeriens that President Bola Ahmad Tinubu loves you and that the country loves you. The bonds that bring both of us together are far stronger than the issues that seek to divide us,” the Vice President added.
He prayed for continued peace, unity, and stability between the two nations.
Governor Umar Namadi commended the Vice President for the visit, promising to support the Federal Government’s commitment to peace and stability in the country.
