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Based on the constitutional provisions enumerated above, the constitution carries the youth along in the politics of the country The Youths who attained the age of 18 years are allowed to vote for any candidate of their choice

Responding to concerns expressed by a delegation of the Nigerian Bar Association, led by its President, Okey Wali, Jonathan said that the rising political tension in the country was uncalled for

Represented by the Vice President, Architect Mohammed Namadi Sambo, the President further enjoined them to become a part of the nation’s collective efforts in building a better future for the present and future generations of Nigerians

Noting that Nigerians are a very religious people who take their religious obligations seriously, President Jonathan told the new Ambassador that the Federal Government will greatly appreciate his cooperation and support in making the participation of Nigerian Moslems in the Hajj easier and free of hindrances

Speaking at an audience with a delegation of the Urhobo Progressive Union, led by its President-General, Major-General Patrick Aziza (rtd), President Jonathan promised that all the concerns raised by the Union will be referred to the relevant Federal Ministries, Departments and Agencies for prompt attention

Welcoming the assurance by Ambassador Saad that the Egyptian military were not currently involved in the day-to-day administration of the country, President Jonathan advised the interim government to do all within it powers to return Egypt to democratic rule as quickly as possible

Jonathan appealed to parents to ensure that children were brought up
in the fear of God and according to acceptable societal norms

Abati, the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, in Beijing, China on Thursday

Speaking in an interview with China Television, President Jonathan said that the increasing utilisation of alternative sources of energy was a matter of concern for Nigeria and other oil exporting nations

Others were a new Agreement on Economic and Technical Cooperation between Nigeria and China, an Agreement on Mutual Visa Exemption for holders of diplomatic and official passports from both countries and an Agreement for the Prevention of the Theft, Illicit Import and Export of Cultural Property

President Jonathan also disclosed that over 1.5 million farmers have benefited from the Electronic-Wallet System developed by the administration

Your Excellencies, Distinguished Ladies and Gentlemen, the Rockefeller Foundation richly deserves our commendation and congratulations on its centenary

HURIWA said pragmatic solutions to the unprecedented scale of violent crimes and terrorism in Nigeria can only be achieved through effective multi-sectorial and multi-dimensional mechanism to be worked out and collectively implemented by the Federal Government, with all relevant tiers of government, including the National Assembly, state governments and relevant stakeholders in the civil society.

“Mr. President committed to the issue of the protection of lives and properties of all Nigerians and he wants to assure that the war against terrorists has been launched and will continue and the Nigerian government is determined to put an end to this menace

The statement said the appointment was sequel to the recommendation of the National Judicial Council and the confirmation by the Senate on June 26

For instance, he suggested that the Nigeria-China Direct Trade Zone should be located along the River Niger basin in Anambra State

Thanking the forum and the people of the Middle Belt for their support for his election in 2011, President Jonathan assured them that his administration will continue to work untiringly to justify their confidence in his leadership

Jonathan said the 80 per cent target set by the National Agency for Control of HIV/AIDS was not acceptable to him, insisting that no Nigerian should henceforth die of the dreaded disease as a result of lack of access to drugs and testing kits during his tenure

Addressing ministers and officials at a meeting, which he called at the Presidential Villa to review ongoing flood containment measures, President Jonathan warned that he will not tolerate any excuses for a repeat of the flooding disasters that displaced various communities across the country in 2012

Jonathan said that the bill, which was transmitted to him by the Clerk of the National Assembly for assent on May 22, amounted to a duplication of Section 67 of the Constitution