Goodluck Jonathan remembers late Yar'Adua, says he left legacies

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has remembered his predecessor, Umar Musa Yar'Adua, who died while in office on May 5, 2010.

Jonathan served under Yar'Adua as his vice before he was sworn-in as president after the latter's death which occurred after a medical trip from Saudi Arabia.

In remembrance of his former boss, Jonathan stated that he left enduring legacies and had a devotion for the ideals of democracy.

He shared on Facebook: “It has been a decade since His Excellency President Umar Musa Yar’Adua was snatched by the cold hands of death.

“On this day, every year, his image fills our consciousness as a mark of his selflessness, typical modesty and exceptional flair.

“President Yar’Adua no doubt left enduring legacies in his wholehearted devotion to the ideals of democracy, respect for peoples’ rights, freedoms and reason for living as well as commitment to the rule of law and laws of equity and justice.

“I will continue to remember President Yar’Adua as a colleague and boss who became my brother and friend.”