King Charles Congratulates Bola Tinubu & Shettima On Their Inauguration

His Majesty King Charles III has conveyed his congratulations to President Tinubu, emphasizing the shared Commonwealth partnership and the desire for further strengthening the friendship between the United Kingdom and Nigeria during his presidency.

His message read:

“Dear Mr. President, I would like to extend my warmest congratulations to you on your inauguration as President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and to send you every possible good wish as you assume the many responsibilities of your office.”

A delegation from the United Kingdom, led by The Rt Hon Helen Grant OBE MP, Prime Minister’s Trade Envoy to Nigeria and Special Envoy on Girls’ Education, attended the inauguration ceremony in Abuja. Accompanying her was Dr. Richard Montgomery CMG, the British High Commissioner to Nigeria. Their presence symbolized the commitment of the UK to its bilateral relationship with Nigeria and the desire to support the country’s progress and development.

Helen Grant, in her role as the Prime Minister’s Special Envoy on Trade to Nigeria and Girls’ Education, stressed the importance of bolstering the trade and investment partnership between the United Kingdom and Nigeria. She expressed her dedication to working closely with the new administration to enhance bilateral trade relations for the mutual benefit of both nations. Additionally, Grant emphasized her priority of promoting quality education for girls in Nigeria, aiming to provide them equal opportunities and a brighter future.

In his speech, Richard Montgomery, the British High Commissioner to Nigeria, affirmed the UK’s commitment to collaborating with the new administration to support Nigeria’s prosperity and resilience. The partnership between the two countries will be further strengthened in the areas of trade, development, and security. Montgomery emphasized the UK’s eagerness to contribute to Nigeria’s progress and assist in addressing its challenges.

Featured Photo Credit: King Charles III (when Prince of Wales) photographed May 10, 2022. HANNAH MCKAY/POOL/AFP VIA GETTY IMAGES