By Abiola Olawale
President Bola Tinubu has extended his congratulations to Keir Starmer and the Labour Party for winning the UK election.
Tinubu commended the courage of Starmer for going against all odds to lead his party to victory.
The Nigerian President also felicitated with the citizens of the UK on a peaceful election, describing it as a “model of democracy”.
This was contained in a statement issued by Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale.
The statement reads in part: “As a former leader of the opposition in Nigeria, I especially note 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 statement reads.
“The party’s ability to reform, mobilize, and position itself for victory after 14 years affirms the leadership qualities of Sir Starmer.
“I also congratulate the citizens and the government of the United Kingdom for being an abiding model of democracy.
“I look 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.”
The New Diplomat reports that Starmer became the new prime minister of the UK after his party secured the requisite 326 parliamentary seats.
