Politics must be practice with decorum – Jonathan

*Foundation celebrate 10th Anniversary

Former Nigeriàn President, Dr Goodluck Ebele Jonathan said he is displease by the behavior of some Nigerià Political class over the way they display rascality in their conduct.

The Former President stated this in Abuja during the Goodluck Jonathan Foundation 10th year Anniversary which happens to also be his birthday celebration

“According to him. ” Politics is not for Rascals, people in politic must show meaturity on what ever they do”,
Today people just join politics with no much knowledge, the case should be before you go into politics you supposed to undergo training, tutorial on decorum and the behavior pattern expected of you. Jonathan said

On the foundation journey for the past ten years, Dr Jonathan laud the Orgànisation achievement. they have done alot for the betterment of humanity and society, not only on the promotion of peace through out the African Sub- region but they has has been consensus with others toward leadership and peace building in the continent and beyond, he therefore thanks stàkeholders and the development partners for their support

In her welcome address, the Executive Director of the Foundation
Ms Ann Iyonu
said the foundation has fostered peaceful political transitions in different countries.

“We gather to reflect on a decade of dedication to and inclusive democratic governance. peacebuilding. development across Africa. Since inception, the Foundation has remained committed to advancing the values of democracy, equity, and progress through strategic initiatives and collaborative partnerships.

Ten years later, we stand proud to say that together we have turned bold ideas into transformative action:
,”We have strengthened democratic institutions through election mediation missions, participation in observation missions, policy dialogues, and strategic advocacy across the continent.
grown into a vital platform for reflection, engagement, and Our annual Democracy Dialogue inaugurated in 2021 has strategic action that brings together voices from across the African continent.

Through our advanced peacebuilding efforts, convening stakeholders in conflict-prone regions, we have fostered peaceful political transitions in various countries in the region and further promoted inclusive governance as a pathway to lasting peace.

“We are promoting the security of African states and their citizens within the context of the rule of law, fundamental human rights, and democratic principles via research, leaming and knowledge exchange.

” We have also contributed to preventing violent extremism both online and offline at policy and community level, led initiatives aimed to improve trust and collaboration between State institutions and citizens, in advancing peace and security. Ms Iyonu added