Rishi Sunak congratulates Tinubu following his emergence as President-elect of Nigeria
In a congratulatory message sent to Nigeria’s President-elect, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, UK Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rishi Sunak, has expressed his warmest congratulations on Tinubu’s election victory and commended the Nigerian people for their commitment to democracy.
Sunak praised Tinubu for his decades of dedicated public service and leadership, saying that his election as president reflects the Nigerian people’s trust and confidence in his ability to lead the country towards a brighter future.
The Chancellor further highlighted the strong economic ties between the UK and Nigeria, noting that both countries share a common vision for a prosperous and stable West Africa.
Sunak said, “Nigeria is a key partner for the UK, and I look forward to working with President-elect Tinubu and his government to deepen our economic partnership and address the common challenges we face.”
He also commended Nigeria for conducting a peaceful and transparent election, saying that it is a testament to the resilience of the Nigerian people and the strength of their democratic institutions.
In response to Sunak’s message, Tinubu thanked the Chancellor for his kind words and expressed his commitment to working closely with the UK government to strengthen the bilateral relationship between the two countries.
He also emphasized his determination to tackle the challenges facing Nigeria, including security, corruption, and economic development, and called on all Nigerians to come together to build a better future for the country.
Tinubu, a former governor of Lagos State and a prominent politician in Nigeria, won the presidential election with a wide margin, defeating his closest rival by over 2 million votes.
His victory has been hailed by many Nigerians as a sign of hope for the country’s future, and he has pledged to work tirelessly to deliver on his campaign promises and take Nigeria to greater heights.
Rishi Sunak congratulates Tinubu following his emergence as President-elect of Nigeria
