Former Plateau State governor, Jonah Jang, on Saturday urged the political class to pursue character, faith and service above the quest for political power.
This was as the Labour Party called on politicians to embrace issue-based campaigns, warning against politics capable of deepening divisions and undermining national unity.
The calls were made in Jos during the celebration of Jang’s 80th birthday and the public presentation of his autobiography, From Airman to Politics, attended by Vice President Kashim Shettima, former President Goodluck Jonathan, governors, lawmakers, diplomats, traditional rulers and political leaders from across the country.
Speaking at the event, Jang stated that political power was temporary and that only character, faith and service to humanity endure.
Reflecting on eight decades of life, military service and politics, the former governor said time had taught him that the pursuit of power, fame and wealth should never overshadow integrity and one’s relationship with God.
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