Former President of Nigeria, Dr. Goodluck Jonathan has expressed confidence in Governor Bala Mohammed’s ability to lead the country.
The former president made this known when Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi state had visited him with a team of well wishers to seek his blessings to run for of office of the president in the forth coming 2023 general election.
Gov. Bala expressed deep gratitude to the former president for the opportunity he gave him to serve as minister during his tenure as president.
“For me, whatever I become in life, I owe a big gratitude to you”, the governor said.
“We have come to seek your blessings so we can start this journey from here before we go to all the parts and corners of Nigeria to seek the opinion of other leaders of Nigeria like you”, he added.
Dr. Goodluck Jonathan on his part expressed confidence in the ability of the governor to lead the country stating that he performed well during his time as FCT minister.
“Those of you who worked with me, it is my duty to support you. We are the same family. The best thing will happen for us.
“Let me use this opportunity to appreciate you for being with us since we left office. You worked with us as a minister and luckily for us you became the governor of Bauchi state which we’re proud of.
“You tried as a minister during my government and I know you’re a very competent and focused person. And I know that by divine providence, with the support of Nigerians and God, if you become president, you will do well.
