President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), has on behalf of the citizens and government of Nigeria, congratulated the new Prime Minister of Britain, Liz Truss, on her assumption of office.

In a statement signed by the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina, titled ‘President Buhari congratulates British Prime Minister.’

The statement read, “On behalf of the citizens and Government of Nigeria, President Muhammadu Buhari congratulates the new Prime Minister of Britain, Liz Truss, on her assumption of this trusted position of leadership.

“The President rejoices with the former Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs of the United Kingdom, whose antecedents in government, politics and diplomacy will further shape and strengthen relations with Nigeria and other nations.

“He affirms that the shared ties between Nigeria and Britain remain strong, positive and mutually beneficial, while working with Prime Minister Liz Truss to deepen that relationship in the interest of both countries.”