Because of his dedication to both people and God, former President Goodluck Jonathan has stated that he was hesitant to accept the position of vice president when it was offered to him.
Jonathan claims that he feels that maintaining his commitment to maintaining peace is the only way he can serve God.
He went on to say that his upbringing has given him a great deal of empathy for other people.
The former governor of Bayelsa claimed that his lifelong dedication to peace and humanitarian service was influenced by his own difficult upbringing.
At a luncheon hosted by “Friends of Dr. Goodluck Jonathan” in Abuja to commemorate his recent receipt of the 2025 Sunhak Global Peace Prize Award, he made this statement.
Jonathan went on to say that, despite the fact that it was difficult or impossible for any president to do, he wanted to see no Nigerian go without.
“I just wanted to say thank you and to reassure you that I will continue to be committed to peace.” Until my final day on this planet, I shall strive to do my best. I think that assisting people is the only way I can serve God.
“That has been my fear, and that was why I was very reluctant when I was approached to come to the centre, to be a vice president.
“I said, ‘Look, Bayelsa is a small state. Let me see what I can do with this small state, whether I can make significant changes’, but today here I am,” he said.
Jonathan appreciated the organisers of the Sunhak Global Peace Prize Award for counting him worthy, saying I never expected it.
Jonathan also appreciated the organisers of the reception for the great honour, even though he initially declined it.
“I also appreciate all those who attended this reception. I have listened to the comments from all of you, and I can only say thank you for those good words. They are quite encouraging,” he said.
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