Yakubu Gowon

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Yakubu Gowon Advocates for Lifting Sanctions and Patience in Nigerian Politics

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Former Head of State Yakubu Gowon urges for the lifting of sanctions on Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger while calling for patience towards President Tinubu's administration in resolving challenges. #NigerianPolitics #YakubuGowon #Tinubu #Sanctions #ECOWAS

Former Nigerian Head of State, Yakubu Gowon, has been vocal in recent statements regarding political matters in Nigeria and the ECOWAS region. Gowon emphasized the need to lift sanctions on Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger Republic, urging the regional bloc to take action. In addition, he debunked reports of turning down an invitation from ECOWAS to intervene in coups, clarifying his stance on the matter.

Furthermore, Gowon highlighted the importance of giving President Bola Tinubu's administration time to address the country's challenges. He called on Nigerians to exercise patience and allow Tinubu's government to implement solutions effectively. The meeting between Tinubu and Gowon at the Presidential Villa showcased a moment of unity and collaboration between past and present leaders.

In a separate engagement, General Gowon called for ECOWAS to lift all sanctions on Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso, emphasizing the collective responsibility to support these nations during challenging times. He also shared insights on the importance of diplomatic relations and regional cooperation in fostering peace and stability.

As Nigeria navigates through its political landscape, Yakubu Gowon continues to play a significant role in advocating for strategic solutions and unity within the region. His calls for patience and diplomacy serve as guiding principles for political discourse and decision-making. As a respected figure in Nigerian politics, Gowon's perspectives carry weight and influence among leaders and citizens alike.

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UPDATED: Lift sanctions on Mali, B'Faso, Niger, Gowon urges (The Punch)

Yakubu Gowon, has urged the regional bloc government to lift sanctions on Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger Republic.

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Gowon: I didn't turn down FG, ECOWAS invitation to speak on coups (TheCable)

Yakubu Gowon, former head of state, has debunked reports that he turned down an invitation from ECOWAS to intervene in the coups.

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Let's give Tinubu time to address Nigeria's challenges: Yakubu Gowon (Peoples Gazette)

Retired Gen. Yakubu Gowon has urged Nigerians to give more time to the President Bola Tinubu-led administration towards resolving the various challenges ...

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Nigerian Leader meets with Yakubu Gowon (Voice of Nigeria)

Nigeria's President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Wednesday met with Former Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon (Retired) at the Presidential Villa, ...

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Give Tinubu time to get things done, Gowon urges Nigerians (The Punch)

A former Head of State, Gen. Yakubu Gowon (retd.), has urged Nigerians to exercise patience with President Bola Tinubu's administration.

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Gowon to Nigerians: Give Tinubu time โ€” it's too early to expect ... (TheCable)

Yakubu Gowon, a former head of state, says President Bola Tinubu is doing his best to resolve various issues in the country...

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Yakubu Gowon Calls For Lifting Of Sanctions On Niger, Others (TVC News)

Former Head Of State, General Yakubu Gowon, has called for the lifting of sanctions on Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso. General Gowon made this call while ...

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Give Tinubu Time To Achieve Results, Gowon Tells Nigerians (CHANNELS TELEVISION)

Former Nigerian Head of State, Yakubu Gowon, has urged Nigerians to be patient with President Bola Tinubu and give him time to resolve various issues in the ...

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Gowon calls on ECOWAS to lift all sanctions on Mali, Niger, Burkina ... (Daily Trust)

Former Head of State of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Gen. Dr. Yakubu Gowon GCFR, has called on the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to ...

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Details of Tinubu's Meeting With General Yakubu Gowon Emerge (Legit.ng)

Former Nigeria leader, General Yakubu Gowon, asked Nigerians to be patient with the administration of Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Gowon met Tinubu at the State House ...

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THE PRESIDENT OF THE ECOWAS COMMISSION RECEIVES OPEN LETTER TO ECOWAS HEADS OF STATE AND GOVERNMENT FROM THE FOUNDING FATHER GENERAL YAKUBU GOWON CALLING ...

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Criticism Of Tinubu's Administration Not Unusual With Nigerians ... (Independent Newspaper Nigeria)

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu (right), and Yakubu Gowon, former Head of State, during the latter's visit to the president at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, on ...

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Gowon asks ECOWAS to lift sanctions on Niger, Mali, Burkina Faso (Premium Times)

Mr Gowon, who was one of the founders of ECOWAS as Nigeria's military head of state in May 1975, expressed his concerns.

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JUST IN: Tinubu in talks with Gowon at Aso Rock Villa (The Punch)

President Bola Tinubu is currently in closed-door talks with former Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon (retd.), at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.

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Nigeria's Yakubu Gowon, last living founding father of ECOWAS ... (Africanews English)

" Neither my generation nor current or future generations will forgive the break-up of our community ". Yakubu Gowon, 89, former Nigerian Head of State ...

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