Former President Goodluck Jonathan’s office dismissed reports suggesting he linked Muhammadu Buhari to Boko Haram, stressing that both leaders opposed terrorism and shared a commitment to Nigeria’s peace and unity.
STATEMENT FROM THE OFFICE OF THE FORMER PRESIDENT GOODLUCK JONATHAN
“We wish to make it abundantly clear that the former President’s comments were grossly misrepresented. At no time did Dr. Jonathan suggest, imply, or insinuate that President Buhari had any connection with Boko… pic.twitter.com/WtTvDXaKZp
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STATEMENT FROM THE OFFICE OF THE FORMER PRESIDENT GOODLUCK JONATHAN
“We wish to make it abundantly clear that the former President’s comments were grossly misrepresented. At no time did Dr. Jonathan suggest, imply, or insinuate that President Buhari had any connection with Boko Haram or that he supported the group in any form.
For the avoidance of doubt, Dr. Jonathan recognizes that President Muhammadu Buhari, like every patriotic Nigerian, stood firmly against terrorism and was himself a target of Boko Haram violence. Both men, during their respective tenures, shared a common commitment to restoring peace and stability to Nigeria.
The Office of the Former President therefore urges the public to disregard any misinterpretation of his remarks. Dr. Jonathan remains committed to peace, unity, and the strengthening of democratic values in Nigeria. He believes that the nation’s progress depends on a truthful understanding of its challenges, not on the distortion of facts for political or sensational purposes.”