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Obasanjo urges reforms, restoration of law programme at NOUN

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has called for major reforms at the National Open University of Nigeria, including the restoration of its suspended law programme. He described the law degree as vital for widening access to professional education, especially for working adults and those unable to attend regular universities. Obasanjo made the appeal in Abeokuta when he received the new NOUN Vice Chancellor, Prof Uduma Uduma, and members of his management team. He urged the institution to modernise its operations, increase student enrolment and make better use of technology and artificial intelligence in teaching and learning. The former president, who once studied at NOUN and played a key role in its growth, praised the university’s contributions to expanding access to higher education across Nigeria. He, however, stressed that the school must constantly innovate to remain competitive and responsive to national needs. […]

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Boko Haram has lasted longer than civil war Obasanjo

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo says the Boko Haram insurgency has now lasted for about 15 years, making it longer than the Nigerian civil war. He described the prolonged conflict as a serious failure in addressing insecurity and development challenges in the country.​ Obasanjo spoke while comparing the three year civil war to the insurgency which began around 2009 and has continued despite several military operations. He said the situation shows that Nigeria has not tackled the root causes of extremism, including poverty, unemployment and poor governance.​ He also warned that long running conflicts weaken national unity and drain resources that should be used for education, health and infrastructure. Obasanjo called for a comprehensive approach that combines security action with dialogue, economic opportunities and community based solutions.​ The former president urged current leaders to learn from past mistakes and design policies […]

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Obasanjo: Why I Rejected El-Rufai as My Successor

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has revealed that he once rejected a proposal for Nasir El-Rufai to succeed him as President in 2007. Obasanjo made this disclosure at the Ajibosin Platform Annual Symposium in Abeokuta. He stated that the suggestion was made by former Aviation Minister Osita Chidoka, who was a guest at the event. Interjecting during Chidoka's speech, Obasanjo recalled the proposal. "He didn't mention that when I was leaving government, he was pushing that his friend, El-Rufai, should be brought in as my successor," Obasanjo said. The former president explained that he declined the recommendation because he believed El-Rufai, who served as the FCT Minister at the time, was "not yet mature enough" to lead Nigeria. Obasanjo added that Chidoka later agreed with his assessment. "Many years later, after seeing his performance, he came back to me and said, […]

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Obasanjo: Nigeria Needs Local, Foreign Investment to Grow

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has stated that Nigeria urgently needs to mobilize both local and international investments to achieve progress. He made the statement on Tuesday while commissioning the newly built Sir Ahmadu Bello International Conference Centre in Bauchi. Obasanjo praised the state-of-the-art facility, describing it as a world-class project that can position Bauchi as a major hub for tourism and business. He emphasized that the conference centre is a strategic asset for attracting the investments Nigeria needs. "I will go anywhere with the governor to get investments for Bauchi State," Obasanjo declared. The project contractor revealed that the facility, which sits on 10,000 square meters and can host 3,000 people, was entirely executed by local engineers and contractors, showcasing local capacity

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Atiku, Obasanjo, Shettima, Gowon, El-Rufai Meet at Adamu Muazu’s 70th Birthday

High-Profile Leaders Gather at Muazu’s 70th Birthday Bash Former Nigerian Vice President and presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar met with top Nigerian leaders at the 70th birthday event of Alhaji Adamu Muazu , former Bauchi State governor and PDP National Chairman , on Saturday. The meeting brought together: Atiku Abubakar – Ex-Vice President and PDP chieftain Olusegun Obasanjo – Ex-President of Nigeria Yakubu Gowon – Ex-Military Head of State Kashim Shettima – Current Vice President Nasir El-Rufai – Ex-Governor of Kaduna State Rabiu Kwankwaso – Ex-Governor and NNPP leader Other prominent Nigerians This high-level gathering signals a moment of political convergence among figures from different parties and generations. Atiku Recalls Working With Muazu in Government Atiku took to social media after the event to reflect on his time working with Muazu during the Obasanjo administration (1999–2007) . “I worked with Mu’azu […]

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