​Re-election of Ivorian President victory for unity, stability — Buhari

President Muhammadu Buhari on Monday night called President Alassane Ouattara of Cote d’Ivoire to congratulate him again on his election victory.

This is contained in a statement issued in Abuja on Tuesday by Garba Shehu, the president’s Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity.

In the telephone conversation, Mr. Buhari described the election as a “major victory for democracy’’ and praised Ivorians for its peaceful conduct.

He said that the election was a clear indication that the people of the West African country were prepared to live with one another in peace and harmony.

Mr. Buhari told Mr. Ouattara that his re-election for a second five-year term was an opportunity for him to continue to lead Cote d’Ivoire along the path to greatness, in peace and tranquility.

He wished Mr. Ouattara ​a ​successful second term in office. (NAN)