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President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Felix Tshisekedi on his re-election as President of the Democratic Republic of Congo.

President Tinubu in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, commended the government and the people of DR Congo for ensuring the successful conduct of the last elections.

Tinubu also congratulated the people of DR Congo for deepening democratic norms by exercising their rights without resorting to acts inimical to the sustenance of democracy.

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“It is welcoming that the last elections in DR Congo were well-concluded. Democracy is sustainable on the continent. I congratulate President Tshisekedi on his victory. The President has demonstrated statesmanship in his handling of regional and continental matters. Africa will overcome any challenge with governance by popular consent, and democracy will thrive.”

The Nigerian leader wished President Tshisekedi a successful term in office.