President Muhammadu Buhari on Monday congratulated the President-elect of Zambia, Hakainde Hichilema, on his victory in the presidential election of August 12, 2021.
Buhari applauded the people of Zambia who came out in their numbers to exercise their civic rights, voting candidates of their choice, signposting that the prospect of a united, stable and prosperous Africa lies in the power of the people to freely elect their leaders.
He also commended President Edgar Lungu for accepting the outcome of the election and a peaceful transfer of power.
Buhari noted that their patriotic disposition deserves the praise of all lovers of democracy.
His message was confirmed in a statement sent to newsmen signed by Femi Adesina, Special Adviser to the President.
Highlighting the close and historic relationship between Nigeria and Zambia, the Nigerian leader looked forward to working very closely with the Zambian President-elect for the peace, development and prosperity of both nations.
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