Jonathan Defends Leadership Amid Atiku's Criticism

Former President Goodluck Jonathan addressed remarks made by Atiku Abubakar, who described him as an inexperienced leader during an interview on Arise TV. Jonathan did not directly mention Atiku but reflected on the nature of leadership, stating that "no president will say he did not make mistakes." He emphasized that making mistakes is a human trait and that navigating the complexities of governance is challenging.

Jonathan's comments were made during the African Democratic Congress (ADC) event in Abuja, where he was associated with the 2025 elections and his retirement plans as an ambassador. He highlighted the difficulties faced during his administration, particularly the lack of adequate leadership preparation.

Jonathan's tenure as president followed the death of former President Umaru Musa Yar'Adua, and he reiterated that mistakes are part of the long history of governance.