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Acting United States Consul General in Lagos, JoEllen Gorg, has reaffirmed stronger ties between the United States and Nigeria, describing the relationship as a dynamic partnership built on shared values, economic collaboration, and people-to-people connections.

She stated this while addressing dignitaries and guests at the 249th United States Independence Day celebration hosted at the United States Consulate in Lagos.

Gorg celebrated the enduring friendship between the two nations, emphasising that the values of freedom, excellence, and opportunity not only define the American spirit but also form the foundation of its international engagements, particularly with Nigeria.

“We celebrate American independence today, but also our enduring partnership with Nigeria, one rooted in economic opportunity and mutual prosperity,” she said.

According to her, under the United States government’s evolving foreign policy approach, there is a shift toward commercial partnerships over development assistance.

Highlighting the newly launched United States-Nigeria Commercial and Investment Partnership, a five-year initiative, Gorg said the framework would remove trade barriers and boost bilateral investment, particularly in agriculture, digital economy, and infrastructure.

“Nigeria is one of only five African nations to benefit from this type of engagement. Last week in Abuja, we formally launched the Working Groups to drive this agenda with nearly 50 American and Nigerian private sector partners.”

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, expressed deep appreciation to the American Consulate for its continuous support in entrepreneurship, youth empowerment, and technology development in Lagos.

He described the celebration as an opportunity to reflect on the journey of democracy, peace, and shared aspirations between the United States and Nigeria.

“We are proud to host the U.S. Consulate General here in Lagos, the commercial and cultural nerve centre of Nigeria. The United States’ investment in young people, in tech, and in the creative industries continues to inspire,” he said.

MEANWHILE, some Americans are planning to head to the streets on July 4 in protest against President Donald Trump and his Administration. The protest is tagged ‘Save America’.