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I was betrayed by many politicians - Goodluck Jonathan
- At Chief Mike Oghiadomhe's 70th birthday in Benin on Thursday, former President Goodluck Jonathan revealed that he encountered numerous acts of disloyalty while pursuing his 2015 re-election bid.
- Jonathan explained that internal sabotage by party insiders like Adamu Mu'azu, the Inspector General of Police, and Northern leaders caused his election loss.
- He commended Chief Mike Aiyegbeni O., who served as his top aide from 2010 to 2014, describing him as one of the rare trustworthy friends willing to risk his life for him.
- Jonathan described Nigerian politics as characterized by frequent betrayals and emphasized that many politicians are unreliable due to their habit of constantly changing their positions.
- This experience led Jonathan to distance himself from his party and reflect on the fragile nature of political loyalty and trust in Nigeria.
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Jonathan: How I was betrayed in 2015
Former President Goodluck Jonathan, on Thursday, said he witnessed a lot of betrayal while seeking reelection in 2015. Jonathan made the remark at the 70th birthday anniversary of Chief Mike Aiyegbeni Oghiadomhe in Benin, Edo State capital. He said many Nigerian politicians were not dependable. According to Jonathan, Oghiadomhe is one of the few friends I have who can give out their neck for me. “Politics in the Nigerian standard is about betray…
Nigeria’s politics full of betrayals, says Jonathan
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has lamented that Nigeria’s political space is characterized by betrayals and dishonesty. Jonathan made the remark in Benin City on Thursday during the 70th birthday celebration of his former Chief of Staff and former Deputy Governor of Edo State, Chief Mike Ogiadomhe. Describing Ogiadomhe as a trusted ally, Jonathan said: “One … The post Nigeria’s politics full of betrayals, says Jonathan appeared first on New…
Goodluck Jonathan: “I faced betrayal in 2015”
Former President Goodluck Jonathan said he experienced “a lot of betrayal” from allies during the 2015 elections, arguing that Nigerian politics too often rewards disloyalty and doublespeak. Speaking in Benin City on Thursday at the 70th birthday celebration of former Deputy Governor Mike Oghiadomhe, Jonathan said it is hard to find politicians who keep a … The post Goodluck Jonathan: “I faced betrayal in 2015” appeared first on Business Elites…
Jonathan: How I Was Betrayed In 2015
Former President Goodluck Jonathan, on Thursday, said he witnessed a lot of betrayal while seeking reelection in 2015. Jonathan remarked at the 70th birthday anniversary of Chief Mike Aiyegbeni Oghiadomhe in Benin, Edo State capital. He said many Nigerian politicians were not dependable. According to Jonathan, Oghiadomhe is one of my few friends who will give up their necks for me. “Politics in the Nigerian standard is about betrayals. I have wi…
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