Security Challenges Unite Jonathan, Obasanjo
The perceived animosity between President Goodluck Jonathan and former president, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo may soon be a thing of the past as both leaders on Wednesday, met with in the Presidential Villa in Abuja over security matters.
Obasanjo stated this to newsmen shortly after he arrived back in Abeokuta, saying that the visit was on the invitation of Mr President.
Obasanjo said he insisted that the meeting should hold at the Presidential Villa, as a mark of respect for the office of the president, adding that it discussed security situations in the country.
It would be recalled a few days ago that Obasanjo likened the present state of the nation’s economy to the dark days of the late General Sani Abacha, and also commended the Federal Government on the fight against the Ebola virus disease.
He promised that he would continue to make himself available on any issue concerning the growth of the country.
Obasanjo said: “yes, I can confirm that I met with Mr President on his invitation. In fact, he had wanted to come down to Abeokuta, but as a sign of respect to the office of the president, I had to go. We had discussion on the country’s security issues and that is all.”
The former president also sued for peace between the Eggon (farmers) and Fulani herdsmen in Nasarawa State over crisis between the two communities.
He called on the government of Benue and Nasarawa states to ensure that peace restored to the warring communities.
Obasanjo said: “Eggon and the Fulani must understand themselves over the differences.
“There is no way such will not happen, but the two state governments should come up with lasting solutions. The farmers would want their crops to be protected, while the Fulanis will also want their animals to feed. So, the government should fashion out peaceful means to end the crisis.”
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