Jonathan, Zuma Meet On Security, Economy

Republic of South Africa President Jacob Zuma visited the Federal Republic of Nigeria on April 16, 2013. He is photographed with Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan., a photo by Pan-African News Wire File Photos on Flickr.

Jonathan, Zuma meet on security, economy

April 16, 2013
Nigerian Nation

As the two top leaders in the continent, Nigeria’s President Goodluck Jonathan on Tuesday met with his South African counterpart, President Jacob Zuma to brainstorm of the many challenges facing the continent.

Briefing State House correspondents at the Presidential Villa , President Zuma said that he was in Nigeria to consult on many issues concerning the African continent as a whole and the two countries on one hand.

He said that the discussions between him and President Jonathan have been very fruitful towards repositioning the continent for good.

Zuma said:“We are here to consult on matters related to the two countries and the African continent. As you know, very soon His Excellency the President will be visiting South Africa on a state visit and therefore, a lot of other issues that will necessarily be dealt with. We thought we needed to consult particularly the situation in the continent.”

“We have had a very fruitful consultation and we believe that between Nigeria and South Africa, it is important to align and harmonize our thinking on matters that need the countries in the continent to take specific decisions.”

“Some of the issues raised were issues of security of the continent as you know that there has been some difficulties in a number of the countries. We touched upon those issues and certainly take the issues further when we meet in South Africa.”

“But you are also aware that Africa will also be celebrating 50 years of the OAU and African Union establishment in the continent. And the issue really is we need to say what is it that we can look at and look forward beyond that time. We have had a very fruitful discussion.” He added.