London – Dr Dalhatu Tafida, the Nigerian High Commissioner to the UK, has said he will repeat his role in President Goodluck Jonathan’s campaign if the opportunity arose.

Tafida, who was the Director General of the Goodluck/Sambo Presidential Campaign Council, said this on Sunday when he was hosted by the National Council of Elders (UK) in London.

“I believe in what I did and I will do it again; it is only by so doing that we can have a Nigeria of our dreams.

He described such a Nigeria as one “in which no matter where you come from, no matter your ethnic, religious or social background, whoever you are, you can aspire to be anything; you can aspire to the highest office in the land’’.

Tafida said that Nigerians, irrespective of their tribe and religion, should be determined in their resolve at making the country better.

“Some of us are determined to do better; we should all, together, aspire to make Nigeria greater, to leave a positive and great legacy for present and future generations of Nigerians,’’ the envoy stressed.

He reiterated his commitment to the wellbeing and interest of all Nigerians resident in the UK, adding that in the operations and functions of the high commission, nepotism, tribalism and sharp practices would not be condoned.

The envoy, who said that the high commission was favourably disposed to constructive criticism, suggestions and new ideas, added that “those aggrieved should come for dialogue rather than writing abusive anonymous letters to the mission’’.

“We in the high commission are here for you; we are here to serve you.

“If there is any one official found wanting, or who fails to live up to our vision, he or she should be brought to my attention as acts of misconduct will not be tolerated,’’ Tafida said.

The envoy, who expressed gratitude for the reception, commended the elders for their selfless service to the community and pledged his continuous support for the group.

Tafida also promised to extend the support to similar organisations in the UK such as the Central Associations of Nigerians in the UK and the Nigerians in Diaspora Organisation.

Earlier, Mrs Gladys Olowu, the Chairperson of the council, said the choice of Tafida as the head of Jonathan’s campaign was appropriate because he had the capability and integrity to fix at that time “such a broken political structure’’.

“Amidst all uncertainty, chaos and upheaval, with God and your expertise in handling matters, you and your team did it; well done,’’ Olowu said.

She also commended the envoy for his support to the Nigerian community and the transformational changes put in place in the Nigerian mission.

“You have shown tremendous compassion for the welfare of your people; this is visible in the structural and administrative transformation in the high commission,’’ Olowu said.

The council was established in 1989. (NAN)