HighlightPoliticsTrending StoryYou Decide 2023

Nigeria’s elections: US, France, UK, felicitate Tinubu, urge citizens to refrain from violence

305

Congratulatory and goodwill messages have continued to pour in for the President-elect, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress following his emergence in the February 25 poll.

Some leading lights of the International Community including the United States, United Kingdom and France have congratulated Tinubu.

Persecondnews reported that on Wednesday (March 1) the Certificate of Return was presented to Tinubu in Abuja by INEC having polled 8.8 million votes to beat PDP’s Atiku Abubakar (6.9 million) and Peter Obi of the Labour Party, who secured 6.1 million votes.

The INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, made the presentation at an occasion attended by foreign observers, governors, journalists and politicians.

The United States of America through its State Department spokesman Ned Price: “The United States congratulates the people of Nigeria, president-elect Tinubu and all the political leaders.

“This competitive election represents a new period for Nigerian politics and democracy.”

Price acknowledged the dissatisfaction among some Nigerians over the validity of the results, but called on Nigeria as the largest African country to embrace peace.

“We understand that many Nigerians and some of the parties have expressed frustration about the manner in which the process was conducted.

“Nigerians are clearly within their rights to have such concerns and should have high expectations for their electoral process,” Price said, urging political leaders to register their concerns through established legal ‘mechanisms.’

“We call on all parties to refrain from violence or inflammatory rhetoric at this critical time.”

Similarly, the British Prime Minister, Mr Rishi Sunak, tweeted on Wednesday: “Congratulations to Bola Ahmed Tinubu on his victory in Nigeria.

“The UK-Nigeria relationship remains strong. I look forward to working together to grow our security and trade ties, opening up opportunities for businesses and creating prosperity in both our countries.”

From France comes a message by President Emmanuel Macron, congratulating Tinubu.

Leave a comment

Related Articles

Fatal Islington sword attack: London teenager Tate bags 22 years

A teenager, Sanchez Tate, 18, has been sentenced to 22 years in...

With extant appeal, Rivers Govt.’ll be given its monthly federal allocation – FG

The Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation has reacted to the...

FG urged to promote national unity, social cohesion using community-based events, initiatives

The Federal Government has been urged to take a more active role...

Carjacking in FCT: Police recover Land Cruiser Prado after high-speed hot chase

In a swift response to a distress call, the Federal Capital Territory...

Just in: Abuja Court remands 109 alleged foreign hackers in prison

No fewer than 109 alleged foreign hackers, including females who attempted to...

Lagos, Abuja airports receive full NCAA certification

Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos, and the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport...

Day 3 of African Military Games: Nigerian Armed Forces Shine, Win 17 Medals

The Nigerian Armed Forces have made a remarkable impact at the ongoing...

FG raises N346bln at Nov. 2024 bond auction, reflecting strong investor interest

The Federal Government has successfully raised N346.155 billion at its November 2024...

Breaking: Supreme Court Nullifies National Lottery Act

The Supreme Court on Friday nullified the National Lottery Act 2005 enacted...

NNPC Ltd. hosts NSC boss, pledges support for revitalization of Nigerian football

In a significant move to boost Nigerian football, the Nigerian National Petroleum...

Nigerian youths essential to repositioning Africa, says VP Shettima

Vice President Kashim Shettima has reaffirmed the federal government’s commitment to youth...

Just in: Simon Ekpa ‘ll be extradited to Nigeria to face charges – Defence Headquarters

The Nigerian Defence Headquarters, Abuja, has announced plans to extradite Simon Ekpa,...

NPA’s CEO Dantsoho Makes History as First Nigerian Chairman of PMAWCA

In a groundbreaking achievement, Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho, Managing Director of the Nigerian...

Save for rainy day, Federal Accountant General urges state govts, emphasizes transparency, accountability

In a bid to ensure financial stability during adverse situations and economic...

Sacked UNIZIK VC Odoh to Tinubu: You can’t fire me through press release

Sacked Vice-Chancellor of Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), in Awka, Anambra State, Prof....

UBA to empower MSME’s with wealth management strategies at its ‘Built to Last’ series

As part of its commitment to deepen the growth and sustainability of...

Olopade assumes office as NSC DG, promises new lease of life for Nigerian sports

Bukola Olopade had assumed office as the Director General of the resuscitated...

Amid High Inflation Rate, IMF Pledges Support for Nigeria’s Economic Reforms

International Monetary Fund (IMF) President Kristalina Georgieva and her team met with...

Nigeria’s Super Falcons Ajibade, Nnadozie, Nominated for 2024 CAF Women’s Player of the Year

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced the nominees for the...

Just in: FG announces reshuffle of governing councils at FUOYE, Kogi varsity

The Federal Government has made changes to the governing councils of Federal...