'I'll support my sister' - Patience Jonathan promises to back Aisha Buhari

Out-going first lady of Nigeria, Patience Jonathan, has declared her support for President-elect's wife, Aisha Buhari together with her projects to ensure the safety of women in the society.

She promised to give her support to the soon-to-be
First Lady, Aisha Buhari.  Speaking at the inauguration of the Defence and Police Officers Wives Association Skills Acquisition Centre, in Abuja, on Thursday, May 21; the
President’s wife said she will support Mrs Buhari’s projects that will promote peace and women empowerment.

 “I will make sure that I support my sister, the incoming First Lady, to make sure Nigerian women are safe,” the first lady said.

Patience Jonathan also commended the service chiefs and women association for supporting her husband, especially during the Boko Haram insurgency, and urged them to sustain the patriotic efforts.

“I want to thank all the service chiefs and all

women associations for their support to the

President and my office.

“You have really sacrificed a lot to ensure Nigeria is safe. Don’t be tired but ensure that Nigeria is safe. Pray for their success in keeping the nation safe."