Leaders across all sectors of the Nigerian economy, especially political leaders, have been urged to emulate the transparency, integrity, and simple lifestyle of former President Umaru Yar’Adua.
Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice in Edo State, Prof. Roland Otaru (SAN), made the call at the third President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua International Leadership Award and Honour Night in Abuja on Friday.
The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the programme was organised by the Global Initiative for Leadership Success, with the theme: “Recognising Excellence in Leadership”.
Otaru, who chaired the occasion, described the late Yar’Adua as a resilient leader who believed in the ethos, pathos, and logos of the country’s culture.
“Some leaders are born, while some develop leadership traits. Yar’Adua was a born leader. He lived an exemplary life worthy of emulation.
“Yar’Adua believed in the unity of the country and promoted unity in diversity. He consistently preached religious tolerance among Nigeria’s ethnic groups. The legacy he left behind still resonates across the country.
“I am sure our leaders and youths are learning from the example he set while alive. He was a good example of a man everybody should emulate,” Otaru said.
