Amid permutations for the 2027 presidency, elder statesman and former Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon (Rtd.), has urged northern elites to champion causes that serve the collective interest of Nigeria rather than narrow regional concerns.
Gowon spoke days after the Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) announced its decision to support northerners running for the presidency and others who might be interested in contesting for elections in 2027.
While hosting a delegation from the Senator Ibrahim Shekarau-led League of Northern Democrats (LND) at the Yakubu Gowon Centre in Abuja on Wednesday, November 27, Gowon emphasized the importance of fostering unity and collaboration across Nigeriaâs diverse regions.
Speaking further, Gowon reflected on his time as Head of State and noted the challenges of maintaining national unity amid regional tensions and secession threats during his administration.
As reported by Vanguard, the elder statesman also explained his deliberate choice to remain neutral in politics, focusing instead on national service.
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In a related development, TimesNow.com.ng reported that Former President, Goodluck Ebele Jonathan, disclosed the greatest problem confronting Nigeria.
Jonathan said the greatest problem confronting Nigeria from a political perspective is its lack of unity.
He said lack of unity has created “a country with so much diversity: diversity of human beings and diversity in terms of religion.”
Source: TimesNow.com.ng
