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The Digest:

President Bola Tinubu has cautioned that undermining governance harms even those who remain passive, urging Nigerians to respect electoral outcomes regardless of political preference. Represented by Vice-President Kashim Shettima at the 68th birthday of former President Goodluck Jonathan, Tinubu praised Jonathan as a statesman who preserved Nigeria’s democracy and continues to serve through his foundation.

Key Points:

  • President Tinubu warned that sabotaging democracy is harmful to all citizens.
  • He stressed the importance of respecting election results, win or lose.
  • The remarks were made at Goodluck Jonathan’s 68th birthday in Abuja.
  • Tinubu praised Jonathan for placing national interest above personal ambition.
  • The Goodluck Jonathan Foundation marked its 10th anniversary at the event.
  • The foundation focuses on peace, democracy, and governance in Africa.
  • Former Senate President Anyim Pius Anyim commended Jonathan’s restraint in power.
In a region where political stability often hangs in the balance, Tinubu’s message underscores that democracy’s survival depends not just on leaders but on every citizen’s commitment to its principles, especially when their side loses.

Sources: TheCable