United States of America’s Secretary of State, Michael Pompeo on Friday, on behalf of the U.S government, congratulated President Muhammadu Buhari on his re-election for a second term.
Pompeo, in a statement, also congratulated Nigerians for the successful conduct of the presidential election.
“The United States congratulates the people of Nigeria for a successful presidential election, and President Muhammadu Buhari on his re-election.
“We commend all those Nigerians who participated peacefully in the election and condemn those whose acts of violence harmed Nigerians and the electoral process.
“We note the assessments of international and domestic observer missions affirming the overall credibility of the election, despite localised violence and irregularities.
“We also congratulate all the other candidates for their peaceful participation in the electoral process,” he said.
Pompeo also called on Nigerians to conduct themselves in an orderly manner in next week’s state elections.
According to him, the U.S remains committed to working together with Nigeria in promoting peace and prosperity in both countries.
NAN
