Former Military President, General Ibrahim Babangida has endorsed the candidature of Vice President Yemi Osibanjo in the 2023 presidential elections, saying he is a good man to lead Nigeria.
IBB stated this when the Osibanjo Grassroot Organization visited him in his Uphill Residence in Minna.
“I know the Vice Pesident very well. He is a good man. A man who has conviction about Nigeria; a man who can communicate with the country and inspire people. Such a man is worthy person to work with. We need good man to lead Nigeria.”
He described Osibanjo as a man who has passion for the country, adding, “Nigeria is a good country too; the people of Nigeria are good . You must learn to understand people and communicate with them. And constant discussion is key.
“I want to convey my best wishes to the Vice-president through you. And I want you to tell him to stay on cause. I know it’s not easy but he has the conviction. I wish him the best,” Babangida noted .
The elder statesman further revealed that he decided to speak to them because of the Vice-President, insisting that he knew Osibanjo has what it takes to be a good leader.