Queen Elizabeth Ii Congratulates Jonathan, Nigerians On Centenary

Queen Elizabeth II of Great Britain has written to congratulate President

Goodluck Ebele Jonathan, the Federal Government and people of Nigeria on

the occasion of Nigeria's centenary celebrations.
 
In a written message delivered to President Jonathan late yesterday by

Britain's Minister for Africa, Mr. Mark Simmonds, Queen Elizabeth II

conveyed her best wishes for the happiness and prosperity of the people of

Nigeria.
 
“On the occasion of the Republic of Nigeria celebrating 100 years since

the amalgamation of Northern and Southern Nigeria, I send the people of

Nigeria my warmest congratulations.
 
“I have fond memories of my first visit to Nigeria in 1956 and again in

2003 as Head of the Commonwealth.
 
“The links between our two countries have deepened over the past 100 years

and I hope they will continue to do so.
 
“I would like to convey my best wishes for the happiness and prosperity of

the people of Nigeria,” the British monarch wrote.