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.

Nigeria has no business with poverty. With our human and material resources, we shall strive to eradicate poverty from our country.

What the oil producer gets paid is about 16 percent. The majority of it is tax, which in fairness to the government of this country they have accepted and admitted.

North and south must also adopt measures to arrest the growing phenomenon of illegal capital flight and the repatriation of illicit wealth siphoned abroad by corrupt political leaders and their collaborators back to their countries of origin.

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.

We will as soon as possible reexamine our laws and policies and eliminate all obstacles to genuine investment.

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.