Former United States President Jimmy Carter has poured encomiums on Nigeria’s former President Goodluck Jonathan.
The 39th US President described Jonathan as a symbol of democracy on the African continent.
Former President Goodluck Jonathan
He made the remark while receiving Jonathan at the Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum located at the Carter Center in Atlanta, reports Reports Afrique.
They were said to have held a fruitful meeting at the Carter Center where they held a wide-ranging discussion on global issues and shared views on how to promote peace, democracy and good governance in Africa and the world.
Speaking on Jonathan’s time in office, Carter said: “President Goodluck Jonathan is the symbol of democracy in action. You set an example that other African leaders should follow.”
The former American President also praised Jonathan for organizing a transparent election and easily conceding defeat and handing over to the opposition.
By so doing, he said that Jonathan showed his deep democratic commitment.
Responding, Jonathan said that his actions while in office were informed by his belief in a peaceful, transparent and people-oriented governance, adding that Africa can only move forward through democracy and good governance.
He commended President Carter for the exemplary manner he had in his post-presidential life, adding that he was inspired by Carter’s commitment to causes that advance the path of humanity.
Jonathan and Carter share a common experience as one term Presidents and have both retired involuntarily from politics while rededicating their lives towards making the world a better place.
They both agreed that peaceful and stable government increase foreign direct investment and sustainable development.
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