By Emmanuel Oloniruha
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has counseled the Forum of Former Deputy Governors of Nigeria (FFDGN) for selling nationwide unity, democratic governance and financial cooperation.
Jonathan gave the commendation on Monday throughout a go to to the discussion board’s workplace in Abuja, the place he expressed satisfaction with its services and efforts to protect the historical past of former deputy governors.
“I am quite impressed with what I have seen. Today is my first day here, and I did not know that we had such a gigantic structure with well-furnished offices,” he mentioned.
Recalling his tenure as deputy governor in 1999, Jonathan mentioned the power mirrored the discussion board’s historical past and contributions through the years.
He mentioned former deputy governors may proceed to contribute to nationwide growth past politics.
“What you are doing goes beyond politics. It is also about commerce and industry, and linking Nigeria with the rest of the world,” he mentioned.
Jonathan urged members to maintain the discussion board’s actions and contributions to nationwide growth.
Earlier, the Chairman of FFDGN, Dr Chris Akomas, mentioned the concept of creating the discussion board originated from Jonathan, who proposed that former deputy governors unite to talk with one voice.
Akomas mentioned the discussion board had continued to develop, with members dedicated to selling nationwide progress, stability, unity and democratic governance.
He mentioned the discussion board’s annual convention would replicate its dedication to the welfare of Nigerians, regardless of their state of origin, faith or political affiliation.
Akomas mentioned collective accountability and cooperation have been important to constructing the nation Nigerians aspired to have.
“Everybody talks about the Nigerian dream, but it is our responsibility to make it a reality. We must do our best to ensure that this dream becomes a positive reality that benefits everyone,” he mentioned.
He appreciated Jonathan and others who had supported the discussion board, saying their contributions had helped maintain its actions.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) studies that the discussion board is a non-partisan physique comprising former deputy governors from the nation’s 36 states.
It serves as a platform for members to share governance experiences, promote nationwide growth and supply coverage suggestions on points affecting Nigeria’s democratic governance and socio-economic growth. (NAN)
Edited by Tosin Kolade
