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Nigerians must stand by the military – Ribadu

The presidential candidate of the Action Congress of Nigeria in the 2011 general elections, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, on Thursday, said he was in support of the state of emergency recently declared by President Goodluck Jonathan in Adamawa, Borno and Yobe states.


Ribadu also called on Nigerians, especially residents of the affected states, to “stand by” the military personnel deployed to the volatile regions.

The former Economic and Financial Crimes Commission boss spoke at the National Consultative Meeting organised by Global Peace Foundation to discuss the role of religious leaders and traditional rulers in building a culture of peace, national unity and integration.

Asked to comment on the recent declaration of emergency rule in the three states, Ribadu said, “Personally, I believe that any initiative in that direction is a good one. The Federal Government has the responsibility of ensuring peace in the country. This is because nobody else could have law enforcement for security like the Federal Government.

“For now, all Nigerians must stand by our own military. This is what happens all over the world. When you are confronted with difficulties people must come together and unite. It is not the time for us to divide ourselves.

“However, the only thing that we want is to see it done properly and correctly with respect for rights of individuals instead of creating more problems for ourselves.”

Speaking earlier, the President, Christian Association of Nigeria, Pastor Ayo Oritsejafor, observed that if Nigeria must grow beyond its present predicament, its leaders must learn to be honest.
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2 comments

  1. Ribadu you are a True and Patrotic Nigerian. Always Unbias and fearless in your Speeches as usual. Good talk

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  2. I Hope those who are opposed to the steps taken by our president see this young man who is radical about sense of rationalism. This is original northerner. He is not sentimental. He is a true material for the no 1 seat. I hope other northerners who want to occupy the seat of president will learn from this veritable asset of our dear nation. Ribadu is my man

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