Sokoto Governor meets Niger's President Issoufou in Niamey

Sokoto state Governor Aminu Tambuwal met with the President of Niger Republic, Mahamadou Issoufou as the two leaders discussed issues of cooperation and mutual benefit to their citizens.

A statement issued by Tambuwal's spokesman, Malam Imam Imam, said the two leaders discussed important issues that bothered on education, trade and cultural integration between Sokoto state and Niger Republic.

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"Sokoto and Niger Republic have long standing cultural, religious and family ties. Governor Tambuwal's visit to the Palais De Presidence is meant to enhance these ties and also explore other important areas of cooperation like education and trade," the statement added.

During the visit, Tambuwal will meet with Sokoto indigenes in Niger Republic and also meet with senior public officials and investors to explore areas of further cooperation.

The Governor was accompanied to Niamey by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Professor Bashir Garba, Chief of Staff Government House, Mukhtar Magori, Commissioner for Local Government and Community Development, Mannir Dan'Iya, among other officials.