President Uhuru Kenyatta congratulates Buhari for winning Nigeria poll
General Muhammadu Buhari, the Nigerian president. Nigeria today called for one of its commanders to be put in charge of a new regional fighting force until Boko Haram was crushed. AFP PHOTO | STRINGER
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- President Kenyatta said the election of General Buhari was a clear indication of the faith and trust the people of Nigeria have in his leadership and vision.
- He, at the same time, commended the outgoing Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan for conceding defeat.
- He said this will earn President Jonathan honour as it demonstrates courage, patriotism and statesmanship.
- He thanked the outgoing Nigerian President for his efforts to promote fruitful engagements between Kenya and Nigeria
President Uhuru Kenyatta has congratulated General Muhammadu Buhari for winning Nigerian general elections.
In his message, President Kenyatta said the election of General Buhari was a clear indication of the faith and trust the people of Nigeria have in his leadership and vision.
He expressed hope that relations between Kenya and Nigeria will be further strengthened to promote aspirations of the citizens of the two countries and the African continent at large.
President Kenyatta, at the same time, commended the outgoing Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan for conceding defeat.
The President pointed out that this will earn President Jonathan honour as it demonstrates courage, patriotism and statesmanship.
“This demonstrates a lot of humility and an indication that democracy has come of age in your country, and the African continent.
“No doubt this will earn you a place in the African eminent persons’ honour,” President Kenyatta said.
He thanked the outgoing Nigerian President for his efforts to promote fruitful engagements between Kenya and Nigeria during his tenure, which enabled the deepening of bilateral relations.
