Former President Goodluck Jonathan has urged Nigerians to move beyond ethnic divisions, stressing that such sentiments hinder the country’s progress and development.
Jonathan, along with Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori (represented by Deputy Governor Monday Onyeme) and former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi, attended the 20th anniversary celebration of the Wellmann Group in Effurun, Delta State, on Tuesday.
The event focused on discussions about Nigeria’s restructuring and the promotion of national unity.
In his address, Jonathan emphasized the importance of seeing Nigeria’s diversity as a strength, urging citizens to adopt inclusivity as a key driver of progress.
“We must de-emphasize ethnicity and focus on unity. A united Nigeria is capable of achieving greater development,” the former president stated.
Jonathan also praised Wellmann Group for its leadership in advancing local content development within the oil and gas industry.
Governor Oborevwori, for his part, commended Wellmann Group for its remarkable achievements.
