Former President Goodluck Jonathan stated on Friday that Nigeria’s recent transition of power positions the country to continue leading Africa in terms of democratic leadership.
He emphasized the need for unity among past and present leaders and the electorate to work together for a better future.
He mentioned his active involvement in peace and diplomacy in West Africa and the broader continent, with plans to visit Kenya and Liberia soon.
The former President’s visit to President Bola Tinubu at the Aso Rock Villa, Abuja, was to discuss the nation’s progress and the role Nigeria can play in Africa.
Jonathan also highlighted the importance of regular consultations between former and current Presidents for foreign programs and emphasized the need for political leaders to come together for the sake of national progress.
This visit is part of his role as Special Envoy of the Economic Community of West African States, where he is mediating talks in Mali, which has been under military rule since a coup in August 2020.
The Malian government recently announced a delay in the presidential election scheduled for February 2024 due to technical reasons and other issues.
In January 2022, ECOWAS imposed sanctions on Mali, which were later lifted in July 2022 following the junta’s promise to hold the election in February.
