Tag: Obasanjo

Obasanjo Calls for Revival of Egba Heritage Sites Ahead of 2026 Lisabi Festival

Obasanjo urges Egba heritage revival to boost global tourism appeal Historic sites listed for urgent renovation across Abeokuta and Egbaland Lisabi Festival 2026 set for March 16 with cultural exhibitions…

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Why I Will Never Stop Having Children — Obasanjo Reveals

Obasanjo says family growth continues through grandchildren He links child welfare to national development Former president accepts role as child health advocate He praises pediatricians for their life-saving work Former…

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I still don’t know my exact age – Obasanjo

Ex-President Obasanjo says he still cannot confirm his true age. Reveals six surviving classmates are all above 90, offering clues. Explains why he created presidential library to preserve national records…

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Presidency Blasts Obasanjo Over Security Comments, Defends Tinubu’s Anti-Terror Strategy

Presidency accuses Obasanjo of hypocrisy on security. Tinubu’s government says Nigeria faces transnational terrorism. Presidency defends Tinubu’s anti-terror and security strategy. Presidency says past leaders allowed insurgency to grow. The…

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Why I Rejected El-Rufai as My Successor — Obasanjo Reveals

Obasanjo revealed that Osita Chidoka had recommended Nasir El-Rufai as a potential successor, but he declined the suggestion. The former president said El-Rufai needed more experience and maturity to handle…

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I Became President by Accident – Obasanjo

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo, on Saturday, revealed how he emerged as Nigeria's president. He confirmed that every other thing aside from his farming experience happened by accident. That included his…

Nigeria not difficult to manage– Obasanjo

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has emphasized that Nigeria's struggles are due to a lack of quality leadership, rather than inherent difficulties in governing the country. He made this statement at…

‘Never Let Anyone Call You Leaders of Tomorrow, Lead Now’ –Obasanjo to Youths

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo, on Saturday, exhorted Nigerian youths to embrace leadership positions in politics. Obasanjo stated this while speaking on his emergence to power. In a live radio interview…

Current Insecurity Worse Than During My Government – Obasanjo

The former president of Nigeria, Olusegun Obasanjo has expressed concern on the constant insecurity in the nation. Speaking during an inauguration, he added that the insecurity is alarming, adding that…

“I’m Going Bankrupt,” Obasanjo Laments High Cost of Diesel

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo, has lamented over the high cost of diesel in Nigeria is affecting his business. Obasanjo, a renowned fish farmer, revealed he has been sweating because of…