My joy knows no bounds... I will devote all my energy and all the powers available to me to the service of Nigeria and humanity.

Unfortunately, the true force which propels our endless political disputes, our constant struggles for political advantage, is often not our burning concern for democracy, it is often of our dedication to the principle of the rule of law.

Democracy should be nurtured and sustained in Nigeria and in our part of the world

Pope John Paul II not only visited Nigeria twice but stood by the country in its fight against dictatorship and injustice.

I will not say the fact that there are no European Union observers at an election means that it will not be fair and free.

If I am not above the law, nobody in this country can then claim to be above the law.

School is not meant for the poor, only for the rich.