He is the best person for the job, I shall now work with him ~ President Buhari Congratulates Tinubu
Nigeria's President, Muhammadu Buhari, has extended his warm congratulations to the newly elected President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who contested under the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC). In a statement released by his Senior Special Assistant, Garba Shehu, on Wednesday, March 1, 2023, President Buhari expressed his confidence in Tinubu's ability to lead the nation to greater heights.
President Buhari emphasized that Tinubu's victory is a testament to the trust and confidence Nigerians have in his leadership qualities, which he has demonstrated over the years. He described the newly elected President as a visionary and experienced leader with a track record of exceptional achievements in various sectors of the economy.
The President also commended the Nigerian electorate for their peaceful conduct during the election, urging all Nigerians to support the newly elected administration in its quest to transform the nation.
As a seasoned politician, Tinubu has been instrumental in shaping Nigeria's political landscape and promoting democracy in the country. His victory has been widely celebrated by Nigerians, who have expressed optimism that his administration will address the numerous challenges facing the nation.
He said; “I congratulate His Excellency Bola Ahmed Tinubu on his victory. Elected by the people, he is the best person for the job. I shall now work with him and his team to ensure an orderly handover of power.
“The election was Africa’s largest democratic exercise. In a region that has undergone backsliding and military coups in recent years, this election demonstrates democracy’s continued relevance and capability to deliver for the people it serves.
“Within Nigeria, the results reveal democracy’s ripening in our country. Never has the electoral map shifted so drastically in one cycle. In the presidential elections, states in all regions across the nation changed colour. Some amongst you may have noticed my home state amongst them. The winning candidate did not carry his own home state either. That happens during a competitive election. Votes and those that cast them cannot be taken for granted. Each must be earned. Competition is good for our democracy. There is no doubt the people’s decision has been rendered in the results we look at today.
Furthermore, Tinubu's victory has been hailed as a significant milestone in Nigeria's democratic journey, as it reflects the will of the people and strengthens the country's democratic institutions.
