Muhammadu Buhari on Friday congratulated President Ibrahim Boubacar Keita of Mali and Emmerson Mnangagwa of Zimbabwe on their victories in their respective country’s elections.
The ECOWAS Chairman urged Keita’s main challenger, Soumaila Cisse, and his supporters to abide by the verdict of the people as confirmed by the ruling of the constitutional court.
He enjoined Cisse to cooperate with Keita in the interest of the country in particular, and peace and stability of West Africa.
Buhari expressed his optimism that the successful outcome of the election in Mali would further strengthens Africa’s democratic credentials as the citizens exercised their franchise in choosing their leader without let or hindrance.
He wished Keita a successful second tenure in a peaceful and stable atmosphere and urged all Zimbabweans, especially politicians, to unite and work for the progress and development of their country.
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