Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari has congratulated President Akufo Addo on his re-election.
According to Mr. Buhari, he congratulates Ghanaians for holding a peaceful election that has come to an end although there are some emerging problems.
In a tweet, President Buhari said he commends Nana Akufo-Addo on his re-election and said the electioneering process of Ghana has deepened democracy in the subregion.
“I congratulate President Akufo Addo on his re-election for a second term in office. I also commend the people of Ghana on the successful conclusion of the presidential and parliamentary elections – further proof that constitutional democracy has come to stay in West Africa.”
“Nigeria and Ghana share close historical and cultural ties, and I look forward to working with President Akufo Addo to realize our shared goals of peace, security, and prosperity for our citizens and for the entire ECOWAS community.”
“On behalf of the government and people of Nigeria, I wish President Akufo-Addo a successful new tenure, and peace and stability in his country, as well as improved relations between our two countries.”
I congratulate President Akufo-Addo on his re-election for a second term in office. I also commend the people of Ghana on the successful conclusion of the presidential and parliamentary elections – further proof that constitutional democracy has come to stay in West Africa.
— Muhammadu Buhari (@MBuhari) December 10, 2020