Tinubu congratulates DR Congo President, Felix Tshisekedi – FRCN HQ

A photo file of President Felix Tshisekedi

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated President Felix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of Congo on his re-election.

In a statement, President Tinubu commends the government and the people of DR Congo for ensuring a successful conduct of the last elections without resorting to acts inimical to the sustenance of democracy.

“It is welcoming that the last elections in DR Congo were well-concluded. Democracy is sustainable on the continent. I congratulate President Tshisekedi on his victory”. he stated.

President Tshisekedi has demonstrated statesmanship in his handling of regional and continental matters. Africa will overcome any challenge with governance by popular consent, and democracy will thrive,” President Tinubu stated.

He wishes President Tshisekedi a successful term in office.

Meanwhile, the electoral commission in DR Congo has disqualified 82 candidates, as a result of fraud, corruption, acts of violence against election workers and voters, and vandalism of equipment.

Writing by Abdullah Bello, Editing by Omolola Ameen

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