Obasanjo
Buhari’s Death: Former President Obasanjo Pays Tribute
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has described the late former President Muhammadu Buhari as a patriot who dedicated his life to the progress and development of Nigeria. Obasanjo noted that despite the various challenges the nation faced under Buhari’s leadership, he played his part as a soldier, an administrator, and ultimately, as a statesman. “Obasanjo’s tribute […]
Obasanjo: Bad Leadership Hindering Africa’s Progress
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has raised alarm over the state of governance across Africa’s most prominent and populous countries, asserting that poor leadership and misgovernance have stalled the continent’s economic and political growth. Obasanjo made this bold declaration during a keynote session at the 32nd Annual Meeting of the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) held in […]
Obasanjo Calls for African Governance Overhaul
Former Nigerian President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, has called for a critical re-evaluation of Africa’s governance systems in order to unlock the continent’s full potential and advance what he described as the African Renaissance. Obasanjo made this call while speaking at the 32nd Annual Meetings of the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), held in Abuja on Thursday. […]
I Won the 1999 Election, Not Obasanjo – Olu Falae Claims Election Was Rigged
Former Secretary to the Government of the Federation and 1999 presidential candidate, Chief Olu Falae, has reignited historical debate by claiming that he, and not former President Olusegun Obasanjo, was the true winner of the 1999 general election that marked Nigeria’s return to democratic rule after years under military regimes. Appearing on Arise TV’s Morning […]
Obasanjo Calls for Selflessness to Improve Nigerian Society
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo, speaking at the Rotary Club District 9111 convention held on Friday at the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library in Abeokuta, Ogun State, emphasized the vital importance of Nigerians embracing a culture of selflessness. Represented at the event by his wife, Bola Obasanjo, the former leader praised the Rotary Club’s commitment to humanitarian […]
Atiku: Boko Haram Worsened After Obasanjo
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has laid the blame for Nigeria’s protracted Boko Haram insurgency on the lack of political will demonstrated by presidents who came after Olusegun Obasanjo. Atiku, who served as Vice President from 1999 to 2007, said the extremist group could have been permanently dismantled had Nigeria’s subsequent leaders shown the same […]
How Obasanjo Defeated Boko Haram in weeks – Atiku
Atiku Abubakar Recalls Obasanjo’s Swift Response to Early Boko Haram Threat, Criticizes Subsequent Leadership Failures Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has recounted how the administration of former President Olusegun Obasanjo decisively tackled the initial emergence of Boko Haram during their time in office. Speaking in Abuja on Wednesday, Atiku emphasized that the group’s early activities […]
FG Scrapped June 12 to Dodge Abiola’s N45bn – Lamido
In a bombshell revelation that has reignited debate over Nigeria’s democratic journey, former Jigawa State Governor and ex-National Secretary of the defunct Social Democratic Party (SDP), Sule Lamido, on Tuesday alleged that the annulment of the historic June 12, 1993 presidential election was orchestrated by the military to evade a N45 billion debt owed to […]
VIDEO: Obasanjo Celebrates 88Th Birthday With Dance Moves
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo is indeed celebrating a major milestone today – his 88th birthday! To mark this special occasion, President Bola Tinubu penned a heartfelt tribute, acknowledging Obasanjo’s immense contributions to Nigeria’s development. Obasanjo’s life has been deeply intertwined with Nigeria’s history, with providence placing him at the forefront of critical junctures. His military […]
Food Security: Obasanjo Tasks Cocoa Farmers on Sustainable Production
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has urged cocoa farmers in Nigeria to establish strong farmer institutions to achieve food security. This call was made at a summit of All Commodities Value Chain Associations Representatives in Nigeria, which aimed to strengthen the country’s agricultural farmers’ institutions and build a resilient agricultural supply chain. Obasanjo emphasized the importance […]