German Chancellor Merkel congratulates President Buhari on re-election

German Chancellor Angela Merkel has called President Muhammadu Buhari to congratulate him on the resounding victory in the February 23 presidential election in Nigeria.

Chancellor Merkel pledged to continue cooperation with Nigeria on peace and security, while promoting investment and trade for sustainable economic development.

President Buhari thanked the German Chancellor for her spirited efforts in combating irregular migration on the continent, lauding the policy of assisting immigrants in need.

Special Adviser to the Nigerian President on Media and Publicity, Mr. Femi Adesina, disclosed this in a statement he issued in Abuja on Tuesday.