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The Digest:

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has reaffirmed his commitment to forgiveness and reconciliation, stating that he holds no grudges against anyone for past actions. Speaking at a requiem mass for the late Chief Audu Ogbeh in Abuja, Jonathan emphasized that letting go of the past is essential for political stability and national progress.

  • Jonathan spoke on Wednesday during a service honoring former minister Audu Ogbeh.
  • He described Ogbeh as a man of humility who avoided revenge.
  • The former president aligned himself with Ogbeh’s forgiving nature.
  • He stressed that forgiveness fosters national cohesion and development.
  • Jonathan stated, “If you hurt me today, I will forgive you.”
  • His remarks echo his well-known posture after the 2015 election loss.
  • The event drew political figures reflecting on Ogbeh’s legacy.
  • Jonathan continues to promote dialogue and peace across Africa.
In a political landscape often scarred by retaliation, his stance offers a quiet counter-narrative—that strength sometimes lies not in holding on, but in letting go.

Sources: Daily Post Nigeria