The President of the Republic of Liberia, Her Excellency Madam Ellen Johnson Sirleaf has sent a message of congratulations and best wishes to the Government and People of the Republic of Niger on the occasion commemorating the 55th Independence Anniversary of that Republic, on today August 3rd.

In her message to His Excellency Mr. Mahamadou Issoufou, President of the Republic of Niger, President Johnson Sirleaf on behalf of the Government and People of Liberia, and in her own name, extended heartfelt congratulations and best wishes, and noted that as the people of   Niger commemorate this joyous occasion, it is her hope that the cordial  ties of friendship and cooperation that have so long subsisted between the two countries and peoples will be further strengthened for the mutual benefit of the two peoples. President Sirleaf also hoped that both countries will continue to work together in furtherance of the principles of the African Union and the United Nations for the promotion of international peace, security and economic cooperation amongst all nations.

The Liberian leader then prayed that the Almighty Allah will endow President Issoufou with abundant wisdom and strength as he lead his people to sustainable peace and greater prosperity.