Peter Obi, a former presidential candidate has congratulated the newly elected Prime Minster of Britain, Keir Starmer on his landslide victory which ultimately ended 14 years of Conservative rule.
Obi in a post on X says he hopes Starmer's victory will "translate to a better and new chapter for all the UK residents as you remain committed to your electoral promise."
He said he hoped his election would promote stronger ties between the UK and Nigeria as Nigerians grapple with tough economic situations.
An excerpt of his post reads: "I also hope that your government will promote stronger ties between the UK and Nigeria, and help in deepening our own democracy, especially during the challenging times that our nation is going through.
"Nigeria is grappling with issues such as insecurity, education, healthcare, and poverty, and could greatly benefit from the support of the UK. Let us work together to build a brighter future commonwealth for all."
Starmer and his center-left opposition Labour Party swept to a landslide victory.
At a triumphant party rally in central London on Friday, Starmer, 61, told cheering activists that “change begins here” and promised a “decade of national renewal”, putting “country first, party second”.
Congratulatory messages have since been pouring out from world leaders.
Here are reactions to his historic win from around the world:
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on X: "Congratulations to @Keir_Starmer and @UKLabour on their convincing election victory. Ukraine and the United Kingdom have been and will continue to be reliable allies through thick and thin. We will continue to defend and advance our common values of life, freedom, and a rules-based international order...
"I am grateful to my good friend @RishiSunak for the UK government's steadfast support under his leadership. Challenger tanks, Storm Shadow missiles, F-16 training for our pilots, and the first bilateral security cooperation agreement are just a few of our shared achievements that Ukraine will never forget."
French President Emmanuel Macron on X: "Congratulations Sir @Keir_Starmer on your victory. Pleased with our first discussion. We will continue the work begun with the UK for our bilateral cooperation, for peace and security in Europe, for the climate and for AI."
Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Stoere to NTB News Agency: "Voters have given the British Labour Party a historically strong mandate to change its course, give people in Great Britain more money in their pockets and strengthen state schools and the National Health Service. I wish Starmer the very best and good luck with a very important job."
I sincerely congratulate @Keir_Starmer, and the Labour Party UK on the landslide victory they recorded in Thursday's election. May the victory translate to a better and new chapter for all the UK residents as you remain committed to your electoral promises.
— Peter Obi (@PeterObi) July 5, 2024
