President Buhari has said he regrets the resignation of British Prime
Minister David Cameron, which will come into effect in October. In a
statement released by his Senior Special Assistant on Media and
Publicity, Shehu Garba, President Buhari said Nigeria has enjoyed
remarkable goodwill, support and understanding under the capable
leadership of the outgoing Prime Minister over the years.The President said Cameron’s resignation in response
to the outcome of a referendum that supported Britain to leave the
European Union “was a demonstration of courage by a democratic leader
who respects the will of the people, even if he didn’t agree with their
decision.”
President Buhari noted that by ‘‘putting the will of the people before
his political future, the Prime Minister proved himself to be a selfless
leader with respect for democracy and voter sovereignty.’’
The President expressed hope that Nigeria looks forward to greater
cooperation and consolidation of shared interests with Britain, despite
the outcome of the referendum.