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Governor Monday Okpebholo has extended an invitation to Arise News presenters Rufai Oseni and Reuben Abati to visit Edo State, following their critical comments about his governance. Meanwhile, Wole Soyinka gathered with members of the Pyrates Confraternity to honor the late Professor Biodun Jeyifo.
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo shared his experiences of leadership and the immense expectations he faced from Nigerians after his election in 1999, describing how he was perceived as a 'miracle performer.' He spoke at a colloquium marking his 89th birthday in Abeokuta.
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has refuted rumors regarding his death, responding to a viral notice circulating on social media. As he celebrates his 89th birthday, he criticized the authors of the fake news.
Akin Osuntokun, a former adviser to President Olusegun Obasanjo, has linked the ongoing rivalry between Nasir El-Rufai and Nuhu Ribadu to Bola Tinubu’s endorsement of Ribadu during the 2011 presidential election, highlighting that El-Rufai has never truly come to terms with it.
The Murtala Muhammed International Lecture and Leadership Conference marks its 50th anniversary, gathering notable leaders including former Presidents Olusegun Obasanjo and Goodluck Jonathan in Abuja. The late Murtala Muhammed served as Nigeria's leader from July 1975 until his assassination in February 1976.
At the World Economic Forum, former President Olusegun Obasanjo emphasized the need for a comprehensive revision of the global financial system to address issues such as escalating debt and reduced aid, which are hindering Africa's growth.
A court witness revealed that Olu Agunloye, the former Minister of Power and Steel, neglected directives from the Federal Executive Council concerning the 2003 Mambilla power project contract. This testimony also included details about former President Obasanjo's comments on the project.
In a surprising political move, Abubakar Atiku Abubakar, son of former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, has endorsed President Bola Tinubu for his reelection campaign. This situation echoes a previous instance involving Olujonwo Obasanjo, who backed Muhammadu Buhari against his father's wishes.
