President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Keir Starmer, the leader of the Labour Party, on his party’s triumph in the UK general election.
As a former leader of the opposition in Nigeria, the President specifically noted the courage and tenacity displayed by the incoming Prime Minister of the United Kingdom during his tenure as the leader of the Labour Party and in the opposition, according to a statement released on Friday by his Special Advisor on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale.
The President stated that the party’s ability to reform, mobilise, and position itself for victory after 14 years clearly affirms the leadership qualities of 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,” the statement added
