The U.S government on Thursday urged the Federal Government to ensure that the 2015 general elections were credible.
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The U.S Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr James Entwistle, made the call in Abeokuta during an official visit to the state.
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Entwistle, who was accompanied by the U.S Consul General, Mr Jeffery Hawkins, said that his country had interest in Nigeria’s 2015 general elections.
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He expressed the hope that the elections would be transparent, credible and non violent.
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The U.S Ambassador also lauded the ongoing infrastructural development in Ogun, describing it as “rapid and impressive.’’
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Entwistle was conducted round Abeokuta. where he expressed satisfaction at the quality of infrastructure being put in place by the state government.
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“What I see is impressive and rapid development in Abeokuta. The roads, the bridges, the flyovers are very impressive,” Entwistle said.
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He lauded the vision and commitment of the governor, adding that Procter and Gamble, one of the leading firms in the U.S, would open a factory in the state in March.
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In his remarks, Gov. Ibikunle Amosun gave an assurance that his administration would continue to provide an enabling environment for businesses to thrive in the state.
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He commended what he described as the. ”positive and encouraging interest of the international community” in Nigeria’s 2015 general elections.
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