President Muhammadu Buhari has stated Nigeria is looking forward to working with the new US President , Joe Biden and the Vice President , Kamala Harris . This was made know in a recent statement issued by Garba Shehu, presidential spokesman , as Buhari warmly welcomed their inauguration . He expressed hope 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 as a system of government and for the global community as a whole. See : Fulham vs Manchester United 1 - 2 Highlights “ 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.