President Bola 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 said that as a former leader of the opposition in Nigeria, he noted the determination and courage the new 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.
“The President looks forward to deepening relations between Nigeria and the United 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”, said a statement issued by presidential spokesman, Chief Ajuri Ngelale, on Friday.
