Nigeria has congratulated Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah on her historic election as the first female President of the Republic of Namibia.

The congratulations was contained in a statement signed on Wednesday by the acting spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Ebienfa.

The statement read: “The Federal Republic of Nigeria congratulates Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah on her historic election as the first female President of the Republic of Namibia. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah is the current Vice President, and her electoral victory as confirmed by the Electoral Commission of Namibia, will extend the ruling SWAPO’s reign in power since independence.

“The people of Namibia have indeed voted for stability. Therefore, the Government of Nigeria looks forward to further strengthening our historic, strong, and vibrant relationship during her tenure in office for the benefit of our people.”