US President congratulates President Tinubu on inauguration
The President of the United States, Joe Biden, has extended his warm wishes to President Bola Tinubu of Nigeria on his inauguration as the 16th President of Nigeria in Abuja on Monday.
This announcement came in a statement issued by the White House on Monday, which read: “On behalf of the people of the United States, I send warm wishes to the government and people of Nigeria as they inaugurate a new President. My administration has worked tirelessly to strengthen ties between the United States and Nigeria, and I look forward to continuing this work with President Tinubu to support economic growth, enhance security, and promote respect for human rights.
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“The people-to-people connections between our two countries run particularly deep, nurtured by a vibrant Nigerian Diaspora in the United States. As we deepen our partnership with Nigeria, I eagerly anticipate drawing even more upon the ideas and energy stemming from this dynamic connection between our nations.
“As Africa’s largest democracy and economy, Nigeria’s success is the world’s success. Elected leaders have an obligation to demonstrate that democracy can meet the needs of their people. The United States will steadfastly collaborate with Nigeria as a friend and partner to create a more peaceful and prosperous future for our world.”
President Biden had previously dispatched a 9-member delegation to attend the inauguration, which welcomed numerous heads of state and dignitaries from various countries.