While affirming Jonathan’s constitutional right to contest, Onanuga noted that any attempt to return to the presidency would face both legal scrutiny and public judgment over his past performance. He questioned whether the former president remains eligible after being sworn in twice and warned that Nigerians still remember the “dismal economic record” of his administration.
Don’t get us wrong: President Jonathan reserves the right to run if he wishes. It is his inalienable right to contest the presidency again. President Tinubu will wholeheartedly welcome him if he decides to enter the race. But Jonathan will have his date in the court of the land. Indeed, the jury will determine whether Jonathan, who was sworn in twice as president, satisfies the constitutional requirements and is eligible to contest the presidency and be sworn in, if successful, for a third term in office.
The economic and social impact of the refinery would be far-reaching, boosting Bayelsa’s internally generated revenue, creating jobs for the youth, stimulating local enterprise, and strengthening the economic foundation of the region.
Today, everyone can see that you tick all the boxes as a leader of universal proportions, a rarity in our nation, Nigeria. I’m proud to have associated with you since the seminal stages of your political career, to the international citizen you have become.
“I created the office of CSO in the Villa because of Moses. He died at a very young age but we thank God for giving him to us.”
Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, has described former President Goodluck Jonathan as a unique and quintessential democrat and statesman. Governor Diri, who eulogised Dr. Jonathan in a congratulatory message on his 66th birthday, said the former Nigerian leader carved a niche for himself through his glowing and exemplary democratic credentials. In the message issued…
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