The All Progressives Congress
(APC) has said that Nigeria’s former Head of State, Yakubu Gowon’s sacrifice
and dedication during the Biafra civil war ensured that the unity and statehood
of the country was not destroyed.
The Party said this in a
statement issued on Thursday by its National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji
Abdullahi, to felicitate with the elder statesman on the occasion of his 83rd
birthday.
According to the APC, Gowon will
remain a symbol of national unity and a voice of caution and restraint in the
national conversation about the direction of the country.
The statement reads: “The All
Progressives Congress (APC) felicitates with Nigeria’s former Head of State,
Gen. Yakubu Gowon on the occasion of his 83rd birthday.
“The Party notes that His
Excellency, Gen. Gowon continues to be a symbol of national unity and a voice
of caution and restraint in the national conversation about the direction of
our country.
“The Party recalls with fondness
Gen. Gowon’s sacrifice and dedication as Head of State during Nigeria’s civil
war which led to the preservation of our statehood. After the war, his efforts
towards peace building, national reconciliation and reconstruction demonstrated
that he was a detribalized leader committed to the wholesome growth and
development of the country.
“Today, Gen. Gowon is still one
of the greatest champions of Nigeria’s unity, leading the Nigeria Prays
movement, a body committed to the peace, prosperity and well-being of Nigeria.
“Gen. Gowon is, no doubt, a true
statesman and source of inspiration to us all, especially at a time when the
sovereignty and integrity of our nation are being threatened by insurgency and
separatist agenda.
“The Party appeals to Nigerians
to emulate the sacrifice, zest and patriotism of Gen. Gowon, by promoting the
unity of Nigeria through their words and deeds. We should also imbibe values
such as compromise and reconciliation, which Gen. Gowon has passionately lived
for and promoted after the civil war.
“As Gen. Gowon marks his
birthday, the Party wishes him more joyful years ahead, filled with peace and
good health.”
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Gowon in world history is on record as the top 10 genocidal rulers in modern history. Nigerians do you understand that? In a civilised country he will be facing crimes against humanity like a Nazi. Think before you talk. Killing millions of people to keep a imposed geographical expression as one is not an excuse for crimes against humanity. Why are Nigerians thinking in a sub-human way? You see why white racists say we are uncivilised?
ReplyDeleteGOWON DESERVES TO FACE THE INTERNATIONAL CRIMINAL COURT. HIS NAME WILL FOREVER REMAIN AS THE ARCHITECT OF THE CIVIL WAR. HIS SOUL WILL BURN IN HELL. HE WILL NEVER REST AT ALL. ONLY NAIVE PEOPLE SPEAK GOOD OF HIM.
ReplyDeleteYou are suppose to be facing war crime. Nobody said Nigeria should break up,we only said we need a referendum. We are using Military constitution,we need to abolish it and go back to the 1963-67 constitution.
ReplyDeleteIt is only in Nigeria that for political cheap points a national secretary of a ruling party will talk non sense and get away with it. Praising a war crime Lord that is walking about free and rubbing hurtful memories on the face of the killed and hurt. No wonder Nigeria is where it is in the comity of nations!
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