Queen Elizabeth II Writes Buhari, Congratulates Nigeria On 60th Independence Anniversary

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By Gbenga Abulude (Politics and General Desk)

Her Majesty, The Queen of England, Queen Elizabeth II has sent a message of felicitation to President Muhammadu Buhari on the occasion of Nigeria’s 60th Independence Anniversary, October 1, 2020.

The monarch in her statement said the United Kingdom and Nigeria shared a strong and enduring tie as Commonwealth partners which she believes will flourish long into the future.Independence Anniversary

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The message, conveyed by the British High Commission in Nigeria and released to the media by the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Mr Femi Adesina goes thus:

“It gives me great pleasure to offer my warmest congratulations on the 60th anniversary of Nigeria’s Independence, together with my best wishes for your country’s continued happiness and prosperity.

“The United Kingdom and Nigeria benefit from strong and enduring ties as Commonwealth partners through shared history and most importantly, our people. These are bonds that I hope and believe will flourish long into the future.”
Nigeria got her independence from Great Britain on October 1, 1960.”

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