- The erstwhile president noted that inordinate and intemperate quest of power among elites and political actors have left the continent in a troubling state.
Former Nigeria’s President, Goodluck Jonathan, has attributed the problems and conflicts on the African continent to the struggle for power.
Jonathan shared this view at a program organized by the Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution, IPCR, and its partners in commemoration of the International Day of Peace in Abuja.
The erstwhile president noted that inordinate and intemperate quest for power among elites and political actors have left the continent in a troubling and precarious state.
He expressed concern about Nigeria’s situation, stating that until the country develops a culture of peace, political conflicts will continue.
He also dismissed the claim that politics is intrinsically vicious and dirty, instead blaming corrupt individuals for the unwholesome perception.
He called for a chany in value, stressing the need to inculcate a culture of peace.
Jonathan underscored the importance of peaceful elections, citing the recent governorship election in Edo State, where tension was higher after the election due to concerns about irregularities.
“Leadership struggles are the root cause of most conflicts in Africa. Technology alone cannot solve Nigeria’s electoral issues, as corrupt minds can manipulate it,” he said
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