The article reports that U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio congratulated Nigeria on its 66th Independence Anniversary. He emphasized Nigeria's important role in maintaining stability and promoting economic growth in Africa. Rubio expressed appreciation for the strong relationship between the U.S. and Nigeria, highlighting their cooperation on various issues such as democracy, religious freedom, and security. He noted that Nigeria, being Africa’s largest democracy and one of its biggest economies, plays a crucial part in regional affairs. The U.S. values its partnership with Nigeria, which has lasted over 60 years since Nigeria gained independence from Britain in 1960. Rubio mentioned that both countries have worked together in areas like security, health, trade, and technology. In his message, he wished for peace, unity, and prosperity for Nigeria and its people, reaffirming the U.S. commitment to supporting Nigeria in achieving shared goals.
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