Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Boss Mustapha says the shortest route for the people of the South-East of Nigeria to the Presidency is for them to support President Muhammadu Buhari’s re-election bid in 2019.

Mustapha made the assertion on Tuesday when he received a delegation of the Ebonyi State chapter of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abuja.

The SGF said with Buhari’s declaration of his intention to seek re-election, the APC needed to open its doors to others as according to him, there were no permanent enemies or friends in the game of politics.

“Preach it to other South-East states that the shortest way to Igbo psresidency is to support Buhari in 2019. This is the time to open your doors to even those that are perceived as enemies, you must have a large heart to receive them.

“That is why Mr. President himself specifically directed the party to consider the provisions of waiver as provided for in our constitution. Why is he saying that? It is because in this game, there are no permanent enemies or friends.

“The dynamics of politics can change and people that you perceive are no longer with you, will be with you tomorrow. So, your ability to receive them with grace will determine whether they will feel welcomed or isolated,” Mustapha said.