The Secretary General of the United Nations Ban Ki-Moon on Thursday said world leaders had a huge respect for President Muhammadu Buhari.

Mr Moon said this during a meeting with Buhari on the sidelines of the 71st General Assembly of the United Nations.

He applauded Buhari for giving Nigeria a positive image and for his achievements in the fight against Boko Haram.

He said, “You are highly respected by world leaders, including myself. Your persona has given your country a positive image.

“The United Nations recognized the achievements of the President Buhari administration against Boko Haram.”

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