President Muhammadu Buhari Wednesday welcomed the inauguration of Joe Biden and Senator Kamala Harris as President and Vice President of the United States of America, respectively.
The president expressed hope that their presidency would mark a strong point of cooperation and support for Nigeria and African continent.
The president congratulated the leaders, and entire country on the successful transition, which marks an important historical inflection point for democracy as a system of government and for the global community as a whole.
“We look forward to the Biden presidency with great hope and optimism for strengthening of existing cordial relationships, working together to tackle global terrorism, climate change, poverty and improvement of economic ties and expansion of trade.
“We hope that this will be an era of great positivity between our two nations, as we jointly address issues of mutual interest,” he said.
The president said Nigerians rejoice with Joe Biden, sharing the proud feeling that the first woman elected Vice President of the United States has an African and Asian ancestry.
