The Digest:
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has accused ex-U.S. President Barack Obama of direct interference in Nigeria's 2015 elections, alleging in his forthcoming memoir that Obama released a "condescending" video message that subtly urged Nigerians to vote him out of power.
Key Points:
- Goodluck Jonathan claims in his new book, 'My Transition Hours'.
- He alleges Obama's video message ahead of the 2015 polls was intentionally biased.
- Jonathan described the message as "condescending" and an overreach.
- He criticized former U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry for dismissing election postponement concerns.
- Jonathan argued the delay was necessary due to Boko Haram occupying parts of the Northeast.
- He lost the 2015 election to Muhammadu Buhari, a historic defeat for an incumbent.
- The book was kept secret to prevent early leaks before its official launch.
Sources: Daily Post Nigeria, Premium Times
