The Government of the United Kingdom (UK) has stated that it was unconcerned about who would be elected President of Nigeria in the next general elections.
British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Ms Catriona Liang said this, on Wednesday, following a closed-door meeting with the All Progressives Congress (APC) National Working Committee, in Abuja.
She stated that the United Kingdom would engage with any candidates who emerged from the election.
The High Commissioner also expressed optimism about Nigeria’s democracy and the president’s commitment to holding free and secure elections.
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Her words, “The UK doesn’t have a preferred candidate. We are committed to free and fair elections, but we will work with whoever the presidential candidate emerges from the election.
“The UK and Nigeria have a very strong partnership, and we want Nigeria to succeed. And democracy is part of it”.
She maintained that her administration appreciates Nigeria’s dedication to democracy, as well as President Buhari’s commitment to free and secure elections.