Former President Goodluck Jonathan has hailed General Ibrahim Babangida
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has hailed General Ibrahim Babangida (rtd) as one of Nigeria’s finest and most committed leaders
Former President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan has extolled the virtues of former Military President, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (rtd), describing him as one of Nigeria’s finest and most committed leaders.
Jonathan made the remarks in Minna, Niger State, during a visit to Babangida’s residence to celebrate his 84th birthday.
Speaking with journalists after the visit, Jonathan said:“Since Nigeria’s independence, the country has produced a number of leaders, but General Babangida stands out as a committed leader who wants the best for the nation.”
He praised Babangida’s leadership style, noting that his efforts while in office demonstrated a deep commitment to the unity and progress of Nigeria.
“He did his best as a military head of state, and that is why his house has become like a Mecca – where people from all walks of life come to visit him regularly,” Jonathan added.
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“He takes Nigeria as his own and treats everyone equally. That’s why he is widely respected across the country,” he said.
Jonathan made the remarks in Minna, Niger State, during a visit to Babangida’s residence to celebrate his 84th birthday.
Speaking with journalists after the visit, Jonathan said:“Since Nigeria’s independence, the country has produced a number of leaders, but General Babangida stands out as a committed leader who wants the best for the nation.”
He praised Babangida’s leadership style, noting that his efforts while in office demonstrated a deep commitment to the unity and progress of Nigeria.
“He did his best as a military head of state, and that is why his house has become like a Mecca – where people from all walks of life come to visit him regularly,” Jonathan added.
The former president further described the elder statesman as a non-sectional leader who embraced all Nigerians regardless of region or background.
