The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume has sought to deepen bilateral relations with British Government, particularly, in the area of security, agriculture and infrastructural development.
The SGF made the disclosure when he received in audience the British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Richard Montgomery who paid him a courtesy visit in Abuja.
Senator George Akume recalled the age-long colonial relationship between UK and Nigeria, saying it has become necessary that both countries work together for their mutual benefits.
The SGF congratulated the British High Commissioner to Nigeria on his new posting and called on the British Government to assist the Federal Government to curb Boko Haram insurgency, banditry and farmers-herders clashes as they did during Nigeria’s civil war.
He also emphasised the need for support in the area of education and health care provision.
The British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Richard Montgomery who congratulated the Secretary to the Government of the Federation on his appointment by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, commended the present administration for taking bold reforms to reposition the economy, which according to him has placed the country on a pedestal of sustainable economic growth.
