Ghana: FG Wants Improved Relations With Akufo-Addo Administration

After the re-election of Ghana President, Nana Akufo-Addo, the federal government of Nigeria says it wants an improved relations with the country.

This may not be unconnected to the attack on Nigeria’s diplomatic building in Ghana as well as complaints from Nigerian traders in the country regarding alleged discriminatory financial requirements.

Buhari also congratulated Akufo-Addo on his re-election.

He noted that as West African neighbors, both countries had things in common.

“I congratulate President Akufo-Addo on his re-election for a second term in office.

“I also commend the people of Ghana on the successful conclusion of the presidential and parliamentary elections – further proof that constitutional democracy has come to stay in West Africa.

“Nigeria and Ghana share close historical and cultural ties, and I look forward to working with President Akufo-Addo to realise our shared goals of peace, security and prosperity for our citizens and for the entire ECOWAS community.

“On behalf of the government and people of Nigeria, I wish President Akufo-Addo a successful new tenure, and peace and stability in his country, as well as improved relations between our two countries,” he tweeted on Thursday.

Addo had secured a second term in office after beating former Ghana President, John Dramani Mahama.

But Mahama has refused to concede defeat, alleging that the election was rigged.

He vowed to go to court and seek redress.

On behalf of the government and people of Nigeria, I wish President Akufo-Addo a successful new tenure, and peace and stability in his country, as well as improved relations between our two countries.

— Muhammadu Buhari (@MBuhari) December 10, 2020