DHAKA, Feb 20, 2024 (BSS) - President of Nigeria Bola Ahmed Tinubu congratulated Sheikh Hasina on her reelection as Prime Minister of Bangladesh for the record fifth term and fourth in a row.

In a recent letter sent to the Prime Minister, the Nigerian President said, "I have the pleasure to extend to Your Excellency, my warm congratulations on your re-election as the Prime Minister of the People's Republic of Bangladesh," he said.

Your victory at the election reflects the confidence of the people of Bangladesh in your administration, he also said. "I am convinced that your re-election will further boost the cordial relations between Nigeria and Bangladesh," he said.

He continued: "I therefore wish to assure you of Nigeria's readiness to collaborate with the Government of Bangladesh in exploring new areas of cooperation for the mutual benefit of our two countries and peoples."

"While conveying my best wishes for your personal well-being and for the progress and prosperity of the People's Republic of Bangladesh," he said.