ruler muhammadu buhari is to become the next president of ryan nugent-hopkins defeating encum gant goodluck jonathan in a closely fought contest. he asked nigeria's to remain respectful. >> this was hard fought. emotions were high. we must allow them to help us. this is the time for confrontation. this is a moment to hear the words, and talk about the future. [ clapping ] >>> we do this first by extending the hand of friendship. and conciliation across the board. we hope and pray friends and other parties see this >>> in conceding defeat goodluck jonathan was the first president to peacefully hand over power to a contender. muhammadu buhari received 54 million votes, winning with 54% of the 28 million valid ballots cast. as goodluck jonathan received 12.8 million, a little under 45%. enough to prevent a challenge. ynonne ndedge has more. >> reporter: he's the president-elect in the populous country. when we spoke to nicolas madura hours after victory he appeared calm and relaxed. >> reporter: how does it feel to have won the election and how do you tackle nigeria's problems. >> i'll answer after i'm