2023 Presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, has sent his congratulatory message to new Prime Minister of the United Kingdom (UK), Keir Starmer, following his victory at the UK General Election 2024.
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| From Left: Labour Party Leader, Keir Starmer, defeated Conservative Party Leader, Rishi Sunak, in the UK General Election 2024 to become the new Prime Minister of the United Kingdom (UK). Photos: Getty Images |
The former Governor of Anambra State wrote, “I sincerely congratulate @Keir_Starmer and the Labour Party UK on the landslide victory they recorded in Thursday’s election”.
He also hoped that the Starmer “government will promote stronger ties between the UK and Nigeria, and help in deepening our own democracy”.
Starmer emerged victorious over Rishi Sunak of the Conservative Party in the UK General Election 2024 conducted on Thursday 4 July, 2024.
Obi wrote: “I sincerely congratulate
@Keir_Starmer, and the Labour Party UK on the landslide victory they recorded in Thursday’s election. May the victory translate to a better and new chapter for all the UK residents as you remain committed to your electoral promises.
“I also hope that your government will promote stronger ties between the UK and Nigeria, and help in deepening our own democracy, especially during the challenging times that our nation is going through.
“Nigeria is grappling with issues such as insecurity, education, healthcare, and poverty, and could greatly benefit from the support of the UK. Let us work together to build a brighter future commonwealth for all. I wish you a successful tenure.”
The UK PM has already kicked off discharging his duties and responsibilities by naming his cabinet as well as speaking to allies and partners of the UK, assuring them, “the UK stands ready to continue to work with them to deliver security and growth at home and abroad”.
