Former President Goodluck Jonathan has received the esteemed ‘Symbol of Peace’ award as part of the inaugural edition of the ‘100 Most Notable Peace Icons in Africa’ recognition….CONTINUE READING....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The award was presented to him by the project team behind the ‘100 Most Notable Peace Icons in Africa’ initiative during a ceremony held at the Goodluck Jonathan Foundation in Abuja.

Ambassador Kingsley Amafibe, the Project Director for Africa, explained that the award was a tribute to Jonathan’s unwavering dedication to preserving Nigeria’s peace and unity, even in the face of predictions of potential disintegration.

The ‘100 Most Notable Peace Icons in Africa’ consists of individuals who have harnessed their talents, positions, and resources to foster and advance peace across the African continent. Among this distinguished group, Jonathan emerged as the ‘Symbol of Peace’ for the entire continent.

Amafibe emphasized that the decision to honor Jonathan in this prestigious manner followed extensive consultations conducted across Africa by the project team.

Goodluck Jonathan is recognized as a symbol of peace, a champion of national sacrifice, and an exemplar of genuine leadership, serving as a role model for young people not only in Nigeria but throughout Africa.

His historic decision to accept the outcome of the 2015 Presidential election, in line with his declaration that his political ambitions were not worth the blood of any Nigerian, was a remarkable act of patriotism.

This choice ensured a peaceful transition from one civilian government to another, ultimately safeguarding Nigeria and the entire continent from the looming chaos and predictions of Nigeria’s fragmentation.