Obasanjo Slams Nigeria’s Dependence on Oil, Says It’s a ‘Deadly Mistake’
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has criticized Nigeria's over-reliance on oil, describing it as a "deadly mistake." He argued that the country should have diversified its economy to include gas and…
PDP Gives Obasanjo 48 Hours To Clarify Comment On ‘Regretting Choosing Atiku As Vice President’
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has asked former President Olusegun Obasanjo to clarify his recent comments on regretting picking Atiku as vice-presidential candidate in 1999. Obasanjo had over the weekend…
Nigeria Repays $10.6bn Loans Taken By Obasanjo, Yar’adua, And Jonathan
Nigeria is still repaying $10.6 billion in loans obtained by former Presidents Olusegun Obasanjo, late Umaru Musa Yaradua, and Goodluck Jonathan, according to the World Bank Group Finances. The…
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…
‘Baba-Go-Slow’ – Obasanjo Gives Tinubu Another Nickname
The former president of Nigeria, Olusegun Obasanjo has given president Tinubu a new nickname. According to Obasanjo, he referred to Tinubu as "Baba Go slow" while noting the gentle way…
Anybody saying Nigeria is doing well is mad – Ex-president, Obasanjo
The former president of Nigeria, Olusegun Obasanjo has said that anyone who says that Nigeria is doing well is mentally infirm. The politician made this known during a statement as…