Tinubu congratulates UK's new Prime Minister, seeks stronger bilateral ties

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Andy Burnham on his inauguration as the United Kingdom's new Prime Minister. Tinubu expressed optimism that the long-standing strategic partnership between Nigeria and the UK would deepen under the new administration.

In a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson, Kimiebi Ebienfa, Tinubu also commended the UK for a peaceful and orderly leadership transition, highlighting the strength of its democratic institutions. He recalled his previous engagement with former Prime Minister Keir Starmer and expressed confidence in Burnham's ability to build on past achievements.

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I look forward to exploring vistas of partnership, collaboration and cooperation with the United Kingdom under the new Prime Minister.

Tinubu stated his eagerness to explore new avenues for partnership and cooperation with the UK. He looks forward to engaging with Prime Minister Burnham at the earliest opportunity, both bilaterally and through multilateral forums like the Commonwealth, to strengthen relations for the benefit of both nations' peoples. The Nigerian government assured Burnham of its commitment to working closely on shared priorities and global challenges.

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to deepen bilateral relations and strengthen the strategic partnership between both countries for the benefit of their peoples.