President Muhammadu Buhari has revealed that Nigeria is looking forward to working with the new US President, Joe Biden.

The revelation was made in a statement issued by Garba Shehu, presidential spokesman, as Buhari warmly welcomed their inauguration.

Hopping that their presidency would mark a strong point of cooperation and support for Nigeria as well as the African continent.

Buhari congratulated the leaders, and entire country on the successful transition, which marked an important historical inflection point for democracy.

“We look forward to the Biden presidency with great hope and optimism for strengthening of existing cordial relationships, working together to tackle global terrorism, climate change, poverty and improvement of economic ties and expansion of trade.

“We hope that this will be an era of great positivity between our two nations, as we jointly address issues of mutual interest,” the President added.

“President Buhari and all Nigerians rejoice with President Joe Biden, sharing the proud feeling that the first woman elected Vice President of the United States has an African and Asian ancestry,” the statement said.