Women For Goodluck Show Support For GEJ

The supporters walking through the Ojuelegba axis in Surulere

Women from various states of Nigeria including Ondo, Oyo, and Ogun gathered on Friday 23rd January 2015, at the National Stadium in Surulere, Lagos, to show support for President Goodluck Jonathan and endorse him for the next four years.

The women, consisting of different age groups from various walks of life, assembled to cheer on President Jonathan whom they say has performed fantastically well in the last six years.

The event started with a walk from Jibowu, down to various parts of Surulere, and ended at the stadium, which was jam-packed with women and other Goodluck supporters.

A novelty match was played between women from various states, after which various representatives of the women groups gave good testimonies about the work of President Jonathan and why they support him to run for another four years.

One women who spoke on behalf of her group said women feel safe being governed by President Goodluck Jonathan and are sure that he will bring peace and progress to Nigeria, despite the Boko Haram insurgency. The woman said given more time, the President will put an end to he Boko haram menace.

Another woman leader, said she sees the President as a ‘champion for Women’, as he is the first President bold enough to appoint over 30% women to strategic positions in his cabinet.

The women also added among other good testimonies that President Jonathan is always quick to respond to the plight of women, and for this and more, he has their full support.

The women were no doubt very proud of President Goodluck and what he has achieved so far and believe that he will do more given the chance.