According to Punch report, he disclosed this in the evening of Thursday, July 24, when he was joined by members of the diplomatic corps, some senators, ministers and former government officials in breaking of Ramadan fast at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.
President Goodluck Jonathan
The president said: "I know that one thing that is dear to your hearts is what the elections in this country will look like next year. But let me use this unique opportunity to reassure you and I am conveying this to my brothers, your heads of government, that our elections next year will be free and fair.
"It will be very peaceful in nature that will even surprise the whole world.”
Jonathan expressed regrets that the number of people in society, who were choosing the wrong path and being used by evil forces to wreak havoc, was on the increase.
He called for constant prayers for divine intervention over the insecurity challenges plaguing the nation.
“I request Your Excellencies and all Muslims and Christians that, as you pray this period, especially during the night of Majesty, we pray for peace and security to reign throughout the world.
“Let us also pray for Allah to guide our leaders and grant them good health and wisdom to work for the progress of their respective countries,” the President added.
Many have been expressing fears over 2015 general elections. Some have insinuated that Nigeria will break up. Primate Elijah Babatunde Ayodele, popularly known for his many prophecies, said Nigeria will break apart and only serious prayers can avert this situation.
Meanwhile, the Emir of Kano, Malam Muhammad Sanusi II, said for the 2015 elections to be peaceful and devoid of violence, the politicians, security agencies and the electoral body must play according to the rules.
“I request Your Excellencies and all Muslims and Christians that, as you pray this period, especially during the night of Majesty, we pray for peace and security to reign throughout the world.
“Let us also pray for Allah to guide our leaders and grant them good health and wisdom to work for the progress of their respective countries,” the President added.
Many have been expressing fears over 2015 general elections. Some have insinuated that Nigeria will break up. Primate Elijah Babatunde Ayodele, popularly known for his many prophecies, said Nigeria will break apart and only serious prayers can avert this situation.
Meanwhile, the Emir of Kano, Malam Muhammad Sanusi II, said for the 2015 elections to be peaceful and devoid of violence, the politicians, security agencies and the electoral body must play according to the rules.
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