The Labour Party presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi has congratulated the Senator-elect for Federal Capital Territory Abuja, Haija Ireti Kingibe.
Ireti had defeated her closest rival from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Philip Aduda who has been in the National Assembly for 20 years in the just concluded February Election.
Obi wrote via his Twitter handle:
“A very hearty congratulations to Senator-elect Mrs@ireti_kingibe; the second elected female senator for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja. Her election is in keeping with our commitment to women and youth. The Labour Party, OBIdient Family, Datti and I, feel gratified that you will be representing us in the FCT. We look forward to your diligent service and contribution towards nation-building. -PO”
