Nigerian Presidential elections 2023: Foreign Secretary's statement
Foreign Secretary James Cleverly gave a statement on the process and outcome of the 2023 Nigerian presidential elections.
Statement by Foreign Secretary James Cleverly:
The United Kingdom commends Nigerian voters for their participation in the Presidential and National Assembly elections and for their patience and resilience in exercising their democratic rights. We congratulate the President Elect, Senator Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
We note the position of opposition parties on the election outcome and the concerns expressed by observer missions and civil society about the organisation of the process, including delays and technical challenges. We encourage the authorities to examine all concerns carefully, take action to resolve outstanding issues and focus on delivering the will of the Nigerian people.
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