(http://www.thenationonlineng.net/2011/thumbnail.php?file=Hollande_997457885.jpg&size=article_medium) Hollande. Goodluck Jonathan has congratulated France President-elect, Francois Hollande, on his victory in Sunday’s run-off presidential elections.
Jonathan according to a statement signed by his media adviser, Dr. Reuben Abati also looks forward to working with Mr. Hollande and his incoming government to further strengthen the cordial and mutually-beneficial relations between Nigeria and France.
"As he prepares to formally assume office in a few days’ time, the President assures Mr. Hollande that Nigeria will continue to work with France in the quest for peace, political stability and prosperity in the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), the rest of Africa and other under-developed nations of the world.
"He also expects that under Mr. Hollande’s leadership, France will remain a strong supporter of global action to promote democracy, good governance and rapid socio-economic development in Africa," it stated.
Jonathan also salutes the people of France on the success of the elections which he describes as not only a triumph of democracy but also a clear testimony to the maturity and age-long tradition of democracy in France.
President Jonathan has also wished Mr. Hollande a very successful tenure in the service of the people of France.
TheNation