Nigeria Has Passed The Most Important Democratic Milestone - Carrington Congratules Nigerians

Former United States Ambassador to Nigeria Walter Carrington has congratulated Nigerians on the success of the presidential election. A message issued on Wednesday said: "Nigeria has passed the most important milestone on the road to an enduring democracy – the peaceful transfer of power through the ballot box from one party to another." “President-Elect Buhari has achieved a decisive victory. In spite of serious security threats the people of Nigeria turned out in impressive numbers to declare by whom they wish to be governed for the next four years. "President Jonathan has set the stage for a peaceful transfer of power through his gracious congratulatory call to his successor. "I feel great optimism for the future of my wife's homeland. A united Nigeria under the leadership of a man so dedicated and capable of curbing corruption and restoring peace and security can reclaim its moral authority as the leader of the continent from which my ancestors came. "Arese and I pray for the success of the Buhari administration and will do all we can to work for the strengthening of relations between the United States and Nigeria," Carrington stated.