President Bola Tinubu has expressed his desire to work with the newly elected President Romuald Wadagni, to strengthen bilateral relations between Nigeria and Benin Republic.
President Tinubu in his congratulatory message to th President-elect of the Republic of Benin, on Thursday, that Nigeria and Benin Republic share a long history of friendship, cultural ties, and cooperation.
He stated that he looks forward to ” working closely with your administration to strengthen our bilateral relations further, enhance regional security, and promote economic prosperity within the ECOWAS sub-region and the African Union.
Recall that Romuald Wadagni, the Minister of Finance of Benin, secured an overwhelming majority of the vote in the presidential election, which took place on April 12.
President Tinubu said the victory “reflects the trust the Beninese people have placed in your vision and your distinguished record of service as Minister of Finance.”
“On behalf of the Government and the people of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, I extend my warmest congratulations to you on your election as the President of the Republic of Benin following the polls held on April 12, 2026”.
President Tinubu commended the government and people of the Benin Republic for conducting a peaceful election and noted that Wadagni’s victory reflects the trust the people have placed in his vision and record of service as the current Minister of Finance.
In a letter personally signed by President Tinubu to the President-elect, he stated that “This transition marks a significant chapter in your nation’s history. I therefore commend the people of Benin for their resilience and commitment to the democratic process and to maintaining peace during the election cycle.
“As you prepare to assume the onerous responsibilities of the high office of the Presidency, I wish you great wisdom, fortitude, and success. You can please rest assured of my unstinting support and cooperation in this regard.”
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