'Nigerians will soon benefit from Buhari's trips,' Gov. says

Dimeji Akinloye 18:51 - 29 April 2016

Governor Akinwunmi Ambode meets President Muhammadu Buhari on Friday, April 29, 2016, at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.He is expected to receive the president on Thursday, March 29, 2018, in Lagos.

Ambode said that Nigerians would soon begin to benefit from the President's trips abroad.

Speaking to State House correspondents after the meeting, Ambode said that Nigerians would soon begin to benefit from the President's trips abroad.

He commended Buhari's for his purposeful leadership to restore the nation’s place in the comity of nations, noting that the his recent trip to China and the profitable discussions will go a long way in moving Nigeria forward.

Ambode said that investment agreement signed with the Chinese Government will benefit the people of Lagos, especially with the coming of the Lagos-Kano Rail Project and the Lagos Metro-rail project expected to cost about $2.5billion.

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On the purpose of his meeting with the President, the Governor said that the visit was to thank him for his laudable plans for Nigeria and especially Lagos State.