Jonathan congratulates Mali's President-elect

Nigeria's President Goodluck Jonathan has congratulated Mali’s President-elect - Mr. Ibrahim Boubacar Keita on his victory in last Sunday’s run-off Presidential election in the country.

In a message signed by his Special Adviser (Media & Publicity) - Dr Reuben Abati, Jonathan congratulated and commended the people of Mali for successfully conducting the elections and taking a major step towards the full restoration of democratic governance in their country.

Jonathan opined that having "served capably as his country’s Prime Minister for many years, Mr. Keita will assume the Malian Presidency with the requisite experience, knowledge and wisdom needed to guide the country towards a speedy return to peace, normalcy, political stability and further development."