US Congratulates Nigeria On ‘Successful’ Election, Condemns Perpetrators Of Violence.
In a statement issued on Friday, the US Secretary of State, Michael R. Pompeo, commended those Nigerians who participated peacefully in the election.“We note the assessments of international and domestic observer missions affirming the overall credibility of the election, despite localized violence and irregularities”.Speaking further, Pompeo congratulated President Muhammadu Buhari on his re-election, as well as all the other candidates for their peaceful participation.
He, therefore, called on all Nigerians to ensure peaceful state elections next week, adding that the US “remains committed to working together with Nigeria to achieve greater peace and prosperity for both our nations”.
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