In the black-and-white image, posted under his verified handle @goodluck_ebelejonathan, a young Jonathan is seen seated on a toy horse, capturing a modest moment from his early years.
Accompanying the post was a heartfelt caption reflecting on his humble beginnings.
“They used to call me the shoeless boy back then in school, but today the story is different,” he wrote. “This is to educate you that no matter how life treats you, there is always a better version of yourself waiting for you in the future.”
The post, which has quickly attracted hundreds of interactions, is the latest in a series of inspirational messages from the former president, who has often cited his early life challenges as motivation for public service and national development.
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