Buhari Calls For Unity Among Ethiopians, Promises Robust Relations

05 Oct Buhari Calls For Unity Among Ethiopians, Promises Robust Relations

President Muhammadu Buhari has urged warring factions in the Ethiopian national crisis to set aside their differences and work for the unity, progress and wellbeing of the country.

The president spoke in Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia in his goodwill message during the inauguration ceremony of Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed for a second-five year term in office.

This is contained in a statement issued on Monday by the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina,

Buhari pledged that Nigeria would continue to support the unity and territorial integrity of Ethiopia.

”We are well aware of the many challenges facing the people of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, and we encourage all parties to come together in the interest of the unity, progress and wellbeing of Ethiopia.

”Your Excellency, you, therefore, have a great opportunity to continue to work for the peace and stability of Ethiopia,” he said.

He told the newly inaugurated Prime Minister that Nigeria, like many other countries, was counting on his leadership to unleash the great economic potentials of Ethiopia.

Speaking on the elections that brought the 2019 Nobel Peace Laureate back to power, President Buhari said,”I commend the courage and commitment of the people of Ethiopia to the values and principles of democracy. I strongly believe that the outcome of the elections held in June is a reflection of the desire of the Ethiopian people for transformation, through a free, fair and credible electoral process.’’

Buhari noted that Abiy’s victory at the election clearly affirms the confidence of the Ethiopian people in his leadership, courage and credentials, adding that it also underscores the years of his contributions to the development of Ethiopia’s modern democracy.

While wishing the Prime Minister a successful tenure in office, President Buhari said he looked forward to more fruitful and robust engagements between the two countries.