Ex-President Jonathan Speaks On Why He Conceded Defeat In 2015

Former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan says his decision to conceed defeat in the 2015 presidential election was informed by his desire to ward off blood bath.
Jonathan who was honoured by African ambassadors in Abuja said he resisted pressure from certain quarters to reject the outcome of the polls because of his unwavering commitment to deepen democracy and political stability in Africa.
There are several worrisome trends about politics in Africa. Two of these are outstanding. These are the sit tight syndrome and refusal to accept defeat at the polls. However in the year 2015 former Nigerian president Goodluck Jonathan changed the face of politics on the continent. On Tuesday night the former president broke his silence and gave reasons why he conceded defeat and accepted defeat.
Jonathan who was honoured by the A.A.I.F African ambassadors interactive forum for this landmark decision was represented by his national planning minister Abubakar Olarewaju. Discussions at the
event centred on the problems militating against good governance in Africa and the practical solutions on how to consolidate democratic gains on the continent
One remarkable observation by the speakers was the seeming unpopularity of military incursions into politics particularly in the west African sub-region.

There was a consensus that in order for democracy to take firm roots in the continent, the leadership recruitment process must be reformed in such a way that the continent can parade visionary leaders. Apart from Jonathan, a clergy man was also honoured for warding off sectarian and religious strife from the commercial city of Onitsha, south east Nigeria, and for single handedly rebuilding the major mosque in the city that was burnt down during a communal clash.
Also, Africa independent television was honoured for its pioneering and sustained role in promoting and defending democracy so that its lofty values can flourish across the continent of Africa. The event was attended by ambassadors and high commissioners representing different African countries in Nigeria.

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