Bolaji Jimoh 
In a bid to eradicate child trafficking and illegal immigration, France on Monday said it is set to strengthen ties with the Federal Republic of Nigeria to fight the menace.
This was contained in a statement issued by Mr Christophe Leonzi, French ambassador in charge of migration at the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs.
Speaking during a courtesy visit to the Interior Minister, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo in Abuja, Leonzi said, “We would like to establish more regular dialogue between Nigeria and France, and the two ministries, especially in the area of illegal migration and how to tackle it headlong.
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“Another area that calls for worry is in the area of human trafficking.
“It will be of immense benefit to both countries if we can cooperate more efficiently in different aspects to stem the tide,” the envoy said.
