Brexit: Buhari commends Cameron’s statemanship, courage
Cameron
President Muhammadu Buhari on Friday said that he regretted the
resignation of British Prime Minister David Cameron, which will come
into effect in October.
President Buhari said Nigeria has enjoyed remarkable goodwill,
support and understanding under the capable leadership of the outgoing
Prime Minister over the years.
Buhari, in a statement by the Senior Special Assistant on Media and
Publicity, Garba Shehu, said Cameron’s resignation in response to the
outcome of a referendum that supported Britain to leave the European
Union “was a demonstration of courage by a democratic leader who
respects the will of the people, even if he didn’t agree with their
decision.”
President Buhari noted that by ‘‘putting the will of the people
before his political future, the Prime Minister proved himself to be a
selfless leader with respect for democracy and voters’ sovereignty.’’
He expressed hope that Nigeria looks forward to greater cooperation
and consolidation of shared interests with Britain, despite the outcome
of the referendum.
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