President Buhari Celebrates 8 Nigerian-Americans Over Victory In United States Elections

By Damilare Adeleye
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President Muhammadu Buhari has sent his congratulatory message to no fewer than eight Nigerian-Americans who emerged victorious in the United States midterm elections.

As it were, in Georgia State, Segun Adeyina, Gabe Okoye, Solomon Adesanya, Tish Naghise, and Phil Olaleye won their legislative seats as State Representatives in their Districts.

Also, Carol Kazeem won the Pennsylvania State Representative in District 159 while Esther Agbaje was re-elected as Minnesota State Representative in District 59B.

Dr Oye Owolewa was also re-elected to the U.S. House of Representatives (Shadow Representative) in Washington D.C.

Praying for their successful tenure in office, President Buhari thanked them for their invaluable support and partnerships, over the years, with groups affiliated with the ideals and objectives of Nigerians in Diaspora associations in the United States.

He also restated his unflinching support for every Nigerian excelling at home and abroad.

The president stated that compatriots who succeed in good causes are assets to the nation and the continent, noting that their contributions will always be remembered and celebrated.