Barack Obama actually said...

"I encourage both leaders to work together to unify the country and sustain Nigeria's strong partnership with the United States."

"The United States will continue to support those efforts against Boko Haram."

"The Secretary of the Treasury may redelegate any of these functions to other officers and agencies of the United States Government consistent with applicable law."

"On behalf of the American people, I extend congratulations to the people of Nigeria and to President-elect Buhari."