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President Goodluck
Jonathan yesterday promised that he will run a government that will not
discriminate against any individual or group, saying his administration
will constantly work for the unity of the country.

Speaking during a
courtesy call on the Emir of Ilorin, Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari during his
campaign visit to Kwara State, Mr Jonathan emphasized the commitment of
the Federal Government to running an efficient administration.

“If a country is
not well managed, there will be poverty which knows no ethnic,
religious or other sectional barriers,” he said.

Mr. Jonathan said
that to improve the economy, which is his number one priority, farming
by irrigation, especially in the northern states, must be used to
create jobs while industries will be revived.

He praised the
Kwara State governor, Bukola Saraki, for his leading role in
agriculture development and promised that the two irrigation and other
power projects in the state will be completed.

The President also
identified road construction and youth education, as special areas that
must be given proper attention in order to give the economy a new lease
of life.

“We will not
disappoint Nigerians and will ensure transparent elections through one
man, one vote without manipulation of votes,” Mr Jonathan said.

The President thanked the Emir and other traditional rulers in the country for supporting the FG to enhance peace in the nation.

Emir’s support

He also commended
Mr. Saraki, who was a former PDP presidential aspirant, for his
support, adding that both of them have a good working relationship as
the former even consulted him before joining the presidential race.

The President, who
referred to Saraki as the longest serving Chairman of the Nigerian
Governors’ Forum, attributed the feat to the governor’s dedication and
hardwork.

The Emir, who said his Emirate has enjoyed the Jonathan
administration, prayed for the success of Mr. Jonathan’s presidential
aspiration while also pledging his personal support and that of the
people of Kwara State during the April 9 presidential election.