The United States President, Joe Biden, has congratulated President Bola Tinubu following his inauguration as Nigeria’s new leader.
Tinubu took over from ex-President Muhammadu Buhari as Nigeria’s leader at a colourful ceremony held at Eagle Square, Abuja, on Monday.
In a statement issued by the White House in Washington, Biden declared his readiness to work with the new government in Nigeria.
He also promised to strengthen the bond with the country under the new president’s watch.
“On behalf of the people of the United States, I send warm wishes to the government and people of Nigeria as they inaugurate a new President.
“My administration has worked to strengthen ties between the United States and Nigeria, and I look forward to continuing this work with President Tinubu to support economic growth, advance security, and promote respect for human rights.
“As we further deepen our partnership with Nigeria, I look forward to drawing even more on the ideas and energy of this dynamic connection between our countries. As Africa’s largest democracy and economy, Nigeria’s success is the world’s success.
“Elected leaders owe it to their people to show that democracy can deliver for their needs. And the United States will continue to work closely with Nigeria, as a friend and partner, to deliver a more peaceful and prosperous future for our world,” the US leader stated.