A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Dele Momodu, has mentioned the job of a president does not require bodily power but clear vision and expertise.
Momodu said this on Thursday whereas fielding questions in an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today.
He was reacting to feedback made by Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, on the necessity for power and stamina in a presidential candidate forward of the 2027 normal election.
“The job of a president is not to be a high jumper or long jumper. It is to think; it is to have clear vision; it is to have experience; it is to have exposure and be tolerant. Leadership is about managing people and resources,” Momodu mentioned.
According to him, Nigeria does not want a president who can run round but one who can suppose, handle individuals and handle assets.
Recall that Governor Makinde had lately advised that the nation wants a youthful and energetic candidate with stamina to guide the nation in 2027.
Momodu insisted that age and bodily power alone do not make a great president, including that tolerance, publicity and capability to guide are extra essential.
He mentioned the ADC is presenting a reputable different to each the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, and the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, forward of the 2027 election.
