Former President Olusegun Obasanjo says Udom Emmanuel, Akwa
Ibom governor, will fix the economy of Nigeria if given the opportunity to rule
the country.
Bola Bolawole, Emmanuel’s spokesperson, quoted Obasanjo as
making the comment on Tuesday when the governor paid him a consultation visit
at his residence in Abeokuta, Ogun state.
In April, the Brekete Family Radio/TV show bought the N40
million presidential nomination form for Emmanuel to contest on the Peoples
Democratic Party (PDP) platform.
Obasanjo was quoted as saying Emmanuel has shown what he can
do for Nigeria through his achievements in Akwa Ibom.
“Knowing you the way I do and the knowledge that you
possess, which you have expressed in your brief speech, I have no doubt that if
you have the opportunity, you will fix the economy of Nigeria,” Obasanjo said.
“Our country is complex but not a complicated country to
govern. It needs the application of honesty, fairness, and justice.
“I know that you are a man of conscience who fears God and
will apply these guiding principles in your leadership.
“You have shown what you can do for Nigeria by what you have
done in your state. It is, therefore, logical that when the opportunity
presents itself, you will bring what you have done in your state to bear on the
larger community.
“Your presidential bid is a fair and legitimate thing to ask
for.”
Emmanuel, who appreciated Obasanjo for his words, said he is
ready to rescue and restore Nigeria.
He said Nigeria’s problems can only be solved through a
focused, sincere and capable leadership, adding that he will take practical
steps to boost the economy and return Nigeria to its glory days.
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