US Samantha Power expresses hope in freed Chibok girls

The visiting U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Amb. Samantha Power, has expressed hope in the future of the 24 freed abducted Chibok girls.

Power, who made the observation in a transcript of her remarks at the American University of Nigeria, Adamawa, expressed optimism that the freed girls would contribute to Nigeria’s development in future.

The U.S. Envoy particularly commended the management of the American University of Nigeria for welcoming the girls and mentoring them in their studies.

“Let me say that these girls have so much to offer Nigeria.

Boko Haram: What Ambassador Power Tells Buhari in Abuja

The Meeting between Ambassador Samantha Power, U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations, and Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari in Abuja, Nigeria.

Ambassador Power met today with Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, Nigeria. Ambassador Power expressed appreciation to President Buhari for his efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s military‎ and its recent progress in combatting Boko Haram. She underscored that the United States is committed to strengthening its partnership with Nigeria to bolster this campaign.

Ambassador Power emphasized the need to complement a robust military campaign with sustained efforts to develop economic opportunities and strengthen governance, political inclusion, and respect for human rights. She noted that this mirrored the Buhari administration’s priorities of security, economic growth, and democratic accountability.

‎Ambassador Power previewed her trip to northeastern Nigeria on April 22. She noted the acute humanitarian crisis in the area and stressed the importance of the government of Nigeria, backed by the international community, taking urgent action to address widespread malnutrition among displaced populations. She emphasized the importance of ensuring that conditions in northeastern Nigeria improve prior to efforts to facilitate the voluntary return of refugees.