- Safiu Kehinde
Former Nigerian Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, has claimed that there is a lesson Nigeria needs to learn from the almost concluded United States Presidential Election.
Atiku disclosed this in a post on his X handle on Wednesday while congratulating Donald Trump as he emerged winner of the election.
Admitting to have closely followed the US election, Atiku expressed satisfaction with the conduct of the election which is said was a testament to the resilience and vitality of the democratic process.
“I closely followed the presidential election in the United States of America, watching with bated breath as the nation decided its future.
“It is with even greater satisfaction that I now reflect on the result, which heralds a resounding victory for President Donald Trump, @realDonaldTrump, and the Republican Party, @GOP.
“This triumph, without a doubt, will stand as an enduring testament to the resilience and vitality of the democratic process – a timeless reminder that democracy, with all its trials and tribulations, remains a force for good in the world.” Atiku wrote.
The 2023 Presidential candidate, however, noted that Nigeria needs to learn from the integrity of the process that ensures a credible outcome.
He also maintained that Trump’s struggle and triumph in his political journey serves as a lesson in the art of rising after every fall, and ultimately, emerging victorious.
“The lesson for us in Nigeria is the integrity of the process that ensures a credible outcome. It is the expectation of every Nigerian that the Trump administration will stand resolute in ensuring free and fair elections in Nigeria and other places in the world.
“The narrative of President Trump’s political journey, marked by his struggles and triumphs, shall serve as an inspiring parable of courage in the face of adversity — a lesson in the art of rising after every fall, and ultimately, emerging victorious.
“As the world rejoices in the euphoria of his remarkable comeback, it is to be hoped that President Trump will continue his resolute advocacy for credible elections worldwide and remain steadfast in dismantling anti-democratic forces wherever they may lurk.
“I also extend my warm congratulations to the people of the United States, whose unwavering faith in the power of democracy and the sanctity of the ballot has once again shown the world the true might of the people’s voice.” Atiku added.