A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Dele Momodu, has urged opposition figures in Nigeria, including Peter Obi, to join forces with former vice president, Atiku Abubakar, to rescue the country.
Momodu spoke at the closing lecture of a week-long celebration held in Jada, AdamawState, to mark Atiku’s birthday.
The Publisher of Ovation and keynote speaker at the event, traced Abubakar’s political journey and highlighted his contributions to Nigeria’s democratic growth.
“During the 1993 SDP primary, Atiku stepped down for my adopted father, Chief MKO. This allowed him (Abiola) to win the ticket,” a statement by Abubakar’s media office quoted Momodu as saying.
“Atiku is not a common politician; he has been betrayed many times and always chooses peace and patience.
“Atiku is not a violent politician; you will never see him parade thugs around him. Little wonder God has given him excellent health in addition to success in business.
“Atiku is pursuing his ambition with clarity, without violence.”
The publisher said Abubakar’s various legal battles have expanded Nigeria’s jurisprudence and strengthened constitutional governance.
Momodu also pointed to the former vice-president’s long record of speaking against military excesses and poor governance when many preferred to be silent.
“When we refuse to encourage good people, the worst amongst us thrive,” he said.
He described Abubakar as “a great manager of men and resources” and insisted that “no one is better prepared to lead this nation than Atiku at this time.”
