Why is Trump hosting five African leaders at the White House? - BBC Africa
Five West African presidents will meet Donald Trump in Washington during a summit from 9-11 July at the White House.
While no formal agenda has been published, trade, investment, and strategic influence are likely to top discussions - alongside critical minerals, insecurity in the Sahel, drug trafficking, and a possible US travel ban affecting Liberia.
Script: Chiamaka Enendu
Presenter: Jelilat Olawale
Filmed by Aaron Akinyemi
Edited Adekola Olawale
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