Politician and former presidential candidate in the 2023 election under the umbrella of the People’s Democratic Party, Atiku Abubakar, on Wednesday described Republican candidate Donald Trump’s victory in the 2024 US presidential election as “an inspiring parable of courage in the face of adversity.”
Earlier Trump defeated the Democrat candidate, a sitting Vice President, Kamala Harris, to be re-elected the 47th president of the United States of America, in what has been referred to as his comeback to the White House.
Conveying his congratulations, Atiku hailed Americans, pointing out that Trump’s victory served as a timeless reminder that democracy is still a positive force around the globe despite all of its difficulties.
Atiku’s using his X platform said, “I closely followed the presidential election in the United States of America, watching with bated breath as the nation decided its future. It is with even greater satisfaction that I now reflect on the result, which heralds a resounding victory for President Donald Trump, @realDonaldTrump, and the Republican Party, @GOP.”
He added that the triumph of Donald Trump would without a doubt stand as an enduring testament to the resilience and vitality of the democratic process—a timeless reminder that democracy, with all its trials and tribulations, remains a force for good in the world.
“The narrative of President Trump’s political journey, marked by his struggles and triumphs, shall serve as an inspiring parable of courage in the face of adversity—aa lesson in the art of rising after every fall and ultimately, emerging victorious.
“As the world rejoices in the euphoria of his remarkable comeback, it is to be hoped that President Trump will continue his resolute advocacy for credible elections worldwide and remain steadfast in dismantling anti-democratic forces wherever they may lurk.”
Drawing lessons from the election, he said that Nigeria must learn from the integrity of the process that ensured a credible outcome. He stressed that it is the expectation of every Nigerian that the Trump administration will stand resolute in ensuring free and fair elections in Nigeria and other places in the world.