olusegun obasanjo

The Digest: Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has endorsed calls for international intervention in Nigeria’s security crisis, declaring that the federal government appears incapable of protecting its citizens. Speaking at an event in Plateau State, the former leader asserted that modern...

The Digest: Former Ekiti State Governor Ayo Fayose has disclosed he nearly struck ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo with a microphone during his 65th birthday celebration, following what he described as provocative remarks from the elder statesman. The revelation comes amid Fayose's account of a...

The Digest: Former Ekiti Governor Ayodele Fayose has reignited his feud with ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo, labeling him “irresponsible” and suggesting he “belongs in the zoo” just days after a public reconciliation at Fayose’s birthday event. Key Points: Fayose sent a scathing thank-you...

The Digest: Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has publicly forgiven former Ekiti Governor Ayodele Fayose, telling him to "go and sin no more" at a Lagos birthday celebration. According to Daily Trust, this moment of forgiveness culminates a nearly 20-year feud marked by bitter insults and...

The Digest: Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has invoked a past era of Nigerian dominance, recalling a time when the United States, under President Jimmy Carter, would not take major action in Africa without first informing Nigeria. The remarks, made at a youth mentorship retreat, serve as a...

The Digest: Senator Orji Kalu has directly accused former President Olusegun Obasanjo of telling a "naked lie" by denying he ever pursued an unconstitutional third term in office. Key Points: Kalu stated that Obasanjo personally invited him to the Presidential Villa to inform him of the...

The Digest: Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has revealed that his findings show Boko Haram emerged not from a desire for political power or deep religious conviction, but from a fundamental pursuit of a "better life." Key Points: Obasanjo made the statement at the Abuja launch of a book...

The Digest: Former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo's ex-spokesman Laolu Akande has characterized Olusegun Obasanjo as Nigeria's most effective leader since democratic restoration, while acknowledging his aggressive use of power to pursue controversial ambitions. The evaluation presents a balanced...

The Digest: Former President Olusegun Obasanjo’s recent denial of pursuing a third term has been challenged by Dr. Usman Bugaje, a former lawmaker and civil society leader. Bugaje insists Obasanjo “did everything within his power” to extend his tenure, contradicting the ex-president’s claims...

The Digest: Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has vehemently denied allegations of seeking a third term in office, challenging critics to provide evidence and asserting that achieving debt relief was harder than extending his presidency. Speaking at the Goodluck Jonathan Foundation event in...

The Digest: In a move signaling early political groundwork for the 2027 general elections, former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi held separate closed-door meetings on Sunday with former President Olusegun Obasanjo and the Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Rasheed Ladoja. The...