Former Nigerian President Tells Jonathan Not to Seek New Term

The office of Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan is responding harshly to a letter from former President Olusegun Obasanjo, who strongly urged Mr. Jonathan not to seek re-election in 2015. In a statement, presidential adviser Reuben Abati acknowledged the letter was received, but says it is "highly unbecoming, mischievous and provocative" that the letter was leaked to the media. He says the president has told aides not to discuss the content of the letter, but adds Mr. Jonathan...

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