The President of the Senate, Senator Bukola Saraki today eulogized the
continued bilateral relationship between Nigeria and the United Kingdom,
UK, while assuring that the present administration is determined to
fulfill its obligations to the betterment of the nation.
The Senate President while hosting the visiting British High Commissioner,
Dr. Andrew Pocock in his office today commended his guest for
reinvigorating the mutual understanding that exist between both countries.
He stressed that Nigeria will always look forward to Britain in areas of
infrastructural development and social security, adding, “I am very
delighted to receive Your Excellency in my office barely 48 hours of my
resumption of office. This shows the level of commitment the British
government has towards the course of Nigeria.
“We look forward to a very good working relationship in order to move our
dear country forward. Nigerians deserve the best of governance.”
The President of the Senate was quick to remind his guest of the task
ahead of the new administration in the country assuring that with the
collaboration from the United Kingdom those challenges are surmountable.
Earlier, the British High Commissioner, Dr. Pocock congratulated the
President of the Senate on the success of his election adding that the
United Kingdom will always walk closely with the Nigerian government in
ensuring good governance at all levels.
Senators in attendance included
Deputy Senate President, Ike Ekweremadu
Senator Abdullahi Ibrahim (Sokoto-East), Senator Abdulrahman Abubakar
(Kogi-East), Senator Misau Isah Hamma (Bauchi-Central), Senator Dino
Melaye (Kogi-West), Senator Rafiu Ibrahim (Kwara-South).