Former President, Olusegun Obasanjo, has written to the United States President, Joe Biden, to delist Cuba from the list of countries sponsoring terrorism across the world.
In the letter dated September 3, Obasanjo said: “I have great pleasure in addressing this letter to you, Mr. President, in my capacity as former President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, who has always advocated for peace, justice and the well-being of all nations.”
He continued, “It has been brought to my attention that Cuba is currently listed by the United States as one of the countries supporting or sponsoring terrorism globally.”
Obasanjo appealed to President Biden, saying: “As my interaction and relationship with the government and people of Cuba is concerned, especially during and after the time of Fidel Castro, I want to appeal to you, President Biden, to reconsider Cuba’s inclusion on the list of countries supporting terrorism globally.”
He added: “I know and appreciate what contributions Cuba made to the final liquidation of colonialism and apartheid in Africa.”
Obasanjo pleaded with President Biden, saying: “I plead with you to act on the matter with compassion and empathy for the millions of Cuban citizens who are bearing the brunt of this inclusion of Cuba on the list of countries supporting terrorism globally.”
He concluded: “I thank you for your attention to this matter and trust that you will kindly give it due consideration. Please accept, Your Excellency, the assurances of my highest consideration.”
