The Ambassador of the Democratic Peoples Republic of Korea in Nigeria, His Excellency, Mr. Kim Pong Gi, has paid a courtesy call on Governor Abdullahi Adamu. During the visit, matters of mutual interest, including the possibility of a visit to Nasarawa State by Ambassador Gi were discussed.

Speaking during the call, Ambassador Gi said he resumed his tour of duty to Nigeria about four months ago and during the time he has cultivated a very good impression of the people of Nigeria. He said he has been able to visit some important government and political leaders and his general impression was that Nigerians and Koreans are very cordial allies.

In the area of bi-lateral relations, Ambassador Gi said his country was interested in agriculture, especially irrigation, education and health improvements and would be willing to share experiences with Nasarawa state in these areas. He therefore invited Governor Adamu to consider visiting North Korea in the near future.

Responding Governor Adamu stated that he was happy of the common experiences of Nigeria and North Korea, especially their post 2nd world war experiences. Governor Adamu said he believes in South-South cooperation and hopes that such cooperation will benefit all parties.

Governor Adamu then took time to brief the Ambassador about the geography and people of Nasarawa state saying the people were basically rural agriculturists. Governor Adamu said Nasarawa state was interested in irrigation so that the people will benefit from all season agriculture.

Mr. Kim Ki Su, Second Secretary in the Embassy and Mr. Song Chol, Attaché accompanied Ambassador Gi on the courtesy call.