President Muhammadu Buhari congratulates the President-elect of Benin
Republic, Mr Patrice Talon, on his electoral victory in the presidential
run-off on Sunday, March 20, 2015, as announced by the Autonomous National
Electoral Commission.
President Buhari also commends the Government and people of Benin Republic
on the peaceful and orderly conduct of the presidential elections.
He salutes the courage and statesmanship of Prime Minister Lionel Zinsou
and presidential candidate of the ruling coalition, in upholding the
democratic process by promptly congratulating his main challenger, Mr
Talon, on his electoral victory.
The President also commends President Boni Yayi for his leadership
throughout the electoral process and for his invaluable contribution to
democratic governance in the sub-region, evidently demonstrated in the
successful conduct of the presidential elections.
The President is encouraged by the determination and exemplary conduct
demonstrated by Beninese in coming out en masse to perform their civic
duties.
President Buhari believes that the successful conclusion of the electoral
process marks an important step in consolidating democracy in the
sub-region and a beacon for other African countries to emulate.
The President trusts that the Beninese will give the incoming government
all the necessary support to succeed and reaffirms that Nigeria, as a
beneficiary of the dividends of democracy, will continue to build strong
partnerships with her neighbours for the peace, progress and prosperity of
our citizens.