By Asuquo Cletus Felix
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has congratulated Sir Keir Starmer, the leader of the Labour party, on the Victory of his party in the United Kingdom general election.
Tinubu’s congratulatory message was contained in a state house press release, issued on Friday by chief Ajuri Ngelale, the Special Adviser to the President media and Publicity.
As a former leader of the opposition party in Nigeria, Tinubu notes that the incoming United kingdom’s prime minister had demonstrated determination and courage throughout his years as leader of the opposition party.
The President stated that the party’s ability to reform, mobilize, and position itself for victory after 14 years clearly affirms the leadership qualities of Sir Starmer.
“President Bola Tinubu extends his warm congratulations to Sir Keir Starmer, the leader of the Labour Party, on the victory of his party in the United Kingdom general election.
“As a former leader of the opposition in Nigeria, President Tinubu specially notes the determination and courage the incoming Prime Minister of the United Kingdom demonstrated throughout his years in the opposition and as the leader of the Labour Party.
“The President states that the party’s ability to reform, mobilize, and position itself for victory after 14 years clearly affirms the leadership qualities of Sir Starmer.
“President Tinubu also congratulates the citizens and the government of the United Kingdom, describing the Kingdom as an abiding model of democracy and Nigeria’s long-standing partner.”
According to the statement, the President looks forward to deepening relations between Nigeria and the UniChiefted Kingdom in mutual areas of interest and in strengthening democratic institutions, as well as in building a safer and more prosperous future for the people of both countries
