Yakubu Gowon former Nigerian Head of State, recently shared his reasons for not aligning with any political party or engaging in partisan politics.
While receiving the League of Northern Democrats (LND) in Abuja, the 90-year-old elder statesman emphasized his allegiance to Nigeria, citing his military background as the foundation of his commitment to serving the country above all else.
Gowon encouraged Nigerians to think beyond regional interests and focus on the country as a whole.
He stressed that differences in opinion are natural, but they should not prevent citizens from working together to resolve issues for the country’s benefit.
The former Head of State believes in taking the best from all ideologies, whether socialism, capitalism, or others, and applying them for the greater good.
During his time in government, General Yakubu Gowon valued diverse perspectives, but decisions were always made with the people’s and nation’s interests at heart.
Yakubu Gowon’s Optimism;
He expressed hope that the guests’ mission was not about returning to old thinking, where regions prioritize their interests above the country’s welfare.
Gowon also supported the creation of multiple states to prevent any region from becoming too powerful and threatening the country’s unity.
He believed that this approach would foster national unity and prevent the fragmentation of the nation.
The former Head of State acknowledged the challenges facing the north, including the emergence of groups like the Lukurawa from Mali.
He emphasized that Nigeria’s population and diversity are strengths, and if citizens can unite despite their differences, they can build the Nigeria they all envision.
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