Former President Goodluck Jonathan has paid tribute to the late President Musa Yar’Adua.
In a statement posted on his X page, he described him as a “brother and worthy partner” as Nigeria marked 16 years since his passing.
Jonathan reflected on Yar’Adua’s life and leadership, praising his integrity, humility, and commitment to what he called “true servant leadership”.
Jonathan said their time together in the Presidency was shaped by a shared belief in a Nigeria where justice was not just spoken about, but genuinely experienced by citizens.
He described Yar’Adua as a calm but principled leader who consistently placed national stability above personal or political interest.
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According to him, Yar’Adua “did not just lead; he served with a humility that is rare in positions of power”.
He added that the late President’s respect for due process and the rule of law set him apart.
He also highlighted Yar’Adua’s efforts in peacebuilding, particularly his approach to addressing unrest in the Niger Delta, which he described as bold and self-aware.
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Jonathan noted that Yar’Adua dared to acknowledge national challenges openly, a quality he said made his leadership both honest and reform-driven.
He urged current and future leaders to draw lessons from Yar’Adua’s time in office, stressing the importance of transparency, national unity, and selfless public service.
Sixteen years after Yar’Adua’s death, Jonathan called on Nigerians to recommit themselves to the values the late leader stood for.
“His strides continue to speak for him,” he said, praying that God grants the late President eternal rest in Al-Jannah Firdaus.
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Yar’Adua died on May 5, 2010, a moment that marked a major turning point in Nigeria’s democratic journey and led to the emergence of Jonathan as President.
