Former Military president Ibrahim Babangida said today at his hilltop mansion in Niger state that Nigeria is safe under the leadership of President Jonathan,when the president paid him a visit during his campaign schedule in Minna.
He thank the President for squeezing time to visit him even with his busy schedule,he said he share the same genuine zeal like Jonathan zeal to transform the country.
Babangida told Jonathan: "I felt touched when you visited me in Germany after nine hours of surgery and you came again.
"You have made a very good decision to visit Minna during your presidential campaign because Minna is known for producing presidents, beginning from your namesake President Azikiwe, who was born in Zungeru.
"And since then most of the president's of Nigeria have one thing or the other, they come here to ask for blessing and I will offer this blessing to you Mr. President.
"When we were doing nocturnal activities for the PDP, this house has held meetings.My family and I are proud of this. I commend the party for being very strong,
"I see in PDP an organisation devoid of religion. You have shown leadership; even when others are breaking up, you have remained strong.
"Jonathan and I share a common passion which is Nigeria remains strong, united and indivisible. I wish you well. Nigeria under Jonathan is in safe hands."
Earlier, Jonathan said he was pleased each time he went to see Babangida, saying "You have taken me as a son since my days as deputy governor. You have been a pillar and support me.
"I have come to present myself and Sambo, You are a leader of our party, you are a stabilising factor of our country and party and have been encouraging the young ones to grow.”
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