By lawfully travelling to an African country on an official visit, Carter became the first president of the United States to do so.CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
Since Carter’s views were more congruent with Nigeria’s objectives, Obasanjo expressed his wish that Carter would be elected president of the United States.
His trusted companion Andy Young was dispatched to Nigeria to establish connections prior to Carter’s journey.
According to Obasanjo, Carter was a visionary leader who sought to enhance U.S.-African relations and was aware of the challenges Nigeria was facing in its growth.
To commemorate the occasion, Obasanjo shared a humorous, widely recognised joke regarding his own and Carter’s visit.
During their helicopter tour of Lagos, Carter identified several landmarks, including Victoria Island and Apapa.
But when they arrived at a specificarea, the ex-president made a joke about how he couldn’t find it. Even as he extended his hand, his watch “disappeared.”
He said it this way: “This is Ajegunle.” The story’s comedic highlight was Ajegunle, a town notorious for its chaotic and challenging atmosphere
The narrative highlights Obasanjo’s amicable relationship with Carter and his comedy.
Finally, Obasanjo said that their friendship was founded on mutual respect and a shared goal of making the world a better place and that it extended beyond their tenure in office.
This fascinating account reveals the ways in which the US and Nigeria have handled diplomatic matters, humour, and the past.CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
