The Commonwealth has appointed former President Goodluck Jonathan to intervene in the ongoing political crisis in semi-independent Island of Zanzibar.
Goodluck Jonathan’s new appointment as Commonwealth Special representative is seen as an affirmation of the former President’s towering status as the moral face of democracy and transparent polling in Africa.
The appointment was conveyed to Goodluck Jonathan through a letter written by the Commonwealth Secretary General, Kamalesh Sharma.
The letter reads:
“As you are aware, the Zanzibar electoral situation remains unsolved, although recent reports indicating willingness by the main political parties to engage in talking is encouraging.”
“In view of the Commonwealth’s historical role as the moral generator of the Muafaka Accords, it is important that we remain engaged to continue to encourage all concerned to resolve the situation in a peaceful and sustainable manner.”
“I am therefore delighted and honoured that you have kindly agreed to be my Special Representative over the coming weeks, in order to remain in contact with key political leaders and to encourage them towards an expeditious resolution of the impasse. I am certain that your personal close interest can play a crucial role in building the necessary political bridges.”
Jonathan had earlier also led the Commonwealth Observer Group to monitor the Tanzania general elections in October.
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