US Secretary of State to visit Nigeria on August 23

The statement reads:

“Kerry will meet with President Muhammadu Buhari to discuss counter terrorism efforts, the Nigerian economy, the fight against corruption and human rights issues.

“In Sokoto, he will deliver a speech on the importance of resilient communities and religious tolerance in countering violent extremism. In Abuja, the Secretary will meet with a group of adolescent girls working to change community perceptions that devalue the role of girls in society.

“He will also meet with northern governors and religious leaders.”

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Kerry will also visit Kenya on Monday, August 22, and will leave Nigeria for Saudi Arabia on August 24.

The US recently issued a travel warning to its citizens urging them to avoid 20 Nigerian states which it described as unsafe.