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2027: Ogun ex-LG boss backs Iyabo Obasanjo for governorship

Former Yewa North Local Government Chairman, Evangelist Titus Eweje, endorses Senator Iyabo Obasanjo for governor, praising her leadership qualities and familial legacy.

Mar 19 β€’ 18:36 UTC
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National & Local

Shettima, Obasanjo, Jonathan arrive for Soludo’s second-term inauguration

Vice President Kashim Shettima and former Presidents Olusegun Obasanjo and Goodluck Jonathan attended the inauguration of Governor Chukwuma Soludo's second term in Anambra State, Nigeria.

Mar 17 β€’ 09:00 UTC
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Shettima, Obasanjo, Jonathan expected at Soludo’s second term inauguration

Prominent Nigerian leaders, including Vice President Kashim Shettima and former Presidents Olusegun Obasanjo and Goodluck Jonathan, are anticipated to attend the inauguration ceremony for Anambra Governor Chukwuma Soludo's second term.

Mar 17 β€’ 07:21 UTC
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National & Local

Education critical to national growth β€” Obasanjo

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo emphasizes the importance of prioritizing education for national development during the inauguration of new science laboratories in Ibadan, Nigeria.

Mar 14 β€’ 09:40 UTC
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National & Local

Iyabo Obasanjo vows improved living conditions for Ogun residents

Senator Iyabo Obasanjo, a governorship aspirant in Ogun State, emphasizes the importance of investing in people's welfare while pledging to improve living conditions if elected.

Mar 13 β€’ 19:41 UTC
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National & Local

Obasanjo urges African leaders to prioritise public interest

Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo calls on African leaders to prioritize public interest over personal gain during his 89th birthday celebration.

Mar 8 β€’ 01:24 UTC
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National & Local

Obasanjo celebrates 89th birthday with leadership lecture

Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo celebrated his 89th birthday with a leadership lecture that highlighted his contributions to African leadership.

Mar 8 β€’ 00:00 UTC
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National & Local

Longevity a responsibility to serving humanity, says Obasanjo at 89

Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo reflects on his 89th birthday, emphasizing the responsibility of longevity in serving humanity during an event marking the Founder’s Day of the Olusegun Obasanjo Leadership Institute.

Mar 7 β€’ 19:56 UTC
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National & Local

Ogun 2027: Why I don’t need my father’s support β€” Iyabo Obasanjo

Iyabo Obasanjo-Bello, a former Senator, declares her independence from her father, ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo, as she aims for the governorship of Ogun State in 2027.

Mar 6 β€’ 17:24 UTC
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National & Local

Why I dumped PDP for APC β€” Iyabo Obasanjo

Former senator Iyabo Obasanjo-Bello explains her decision to leave the PDP for the APC, citing long-standing connections with APC members during her absence from active politics.

Mar 6 β€’ 17:17 UTC
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National & Local

Alaafin hails Obasanjo at 89

The Alaafin of Oyo praises former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo for his leadership and impact as he celebrates his 89th birthday.

Mar 6 β€’ 14:45 UTC
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National & Local

Ex-AfDB boss Adesina, Fayemi hail Obasanjo on 89th birthday

Akinwumi Adesina and Kayode Fayemi celebrate former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo on his 89th birthday, highlighting his leadership and influence.

Mar 5 β€’ 18:19 UTC
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National & Local

Iyabo Obasanjo’s Quiet Argument

Iyabo Obasanjo discusses the issues faced by Ogun State residents as she aims for the governorship, highlighting the distinction between state and federal responsibilities in public infrastructure.

Mar 5 β€’ 13:10 UTC
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National & Local

Obasanjo a living legend – Emir of Ilorin

The Emir of Ilorin praised former President Olusegun Obasanjo on his 89th birthday, calling him a living legend and a patriot.

Mar 5 β€’ 12:58 UTC
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National & Local

Atiku hails Obasanjo at 89, lauds service to Nigeria

Atiku Abubakar honors former President Olusegun Obasanjo on his 89th birthday, highlighting his significant contributions to Nigeria.

Mar 5 β€’ 09:52 UTC
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National & Local

β€˜Obasanjo a living manuscript of Nigerian story’, Saraki hails ex-President at 89

Former Senate President Bukola Saraki celebrates former President Olusegun Obasanjo on his 89th birthday, reflecting on his significance to Nigerian history.

Mar 5 β€’ 09:06 UTC
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National & Local

Civil War: How My Decision Not to Shell Owerri Saved Lives β€” Obasanjo

Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo reflects on his wartime decision to spare Owerri from shelling during the Nigerian Civil War, emphasizing the moral weight of leadership.

Mar 4 β€’ 22:21 UTC
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National & Local

I won’t die anytime soon, says Obasanjo at 89

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo reflects on Africa's leadership challenges and asserts his vitality at 89, dismissing rumors of his death.

Mar 4 β€’ 21:14 UTC
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National & Local

Tinubu hails Obasanjo’s β€˜towering influence’ at 89

President Bola Tinubu celebrates former President Olusegun Obasanjo on his 89th birthday, acknowledging his significant influence on Nigeria and beyond.

Mar 4 β€’ 18:12 UTC
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National & Local

Ogun 2027: Iyabo Obasanjo woos women, labour groups for gov bid

Iyabo Obasanjo is campaigning for the governorship of Ogun State in 2027, engaging women organizations and labor leaders to support her inclusive governance vision.

Mar 4 β€’ 17:42 UTC
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National & Local

Ogun 2027: Iyabo Obasanjo unveils agenda, seeks support

Iyabo Obasanjo has launched her campaign for the governorship of Ogun State in 2027, emphasizing women's empowerment, infrastructure development, and quality education.

Mar 2 β€’ 17:35 UTC
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National & Local

Nigeria: Iyabo Obasanjo Unveils Ogun Governorship Ambition, Hails Tinubu's Economic Reforms

Prof. Iyabo Obasanjo-Bello has announced her candidacy for the governorship of Ogun State, praising President Tinubu's economic initiatives and infrastructure projects.

Mar 2 β€’ 05:30 UTC
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National & Local

Obasanjo hails Ogun monarch Oba Sodeinde on his 100th birthday

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo celebrated the 100th birthday of Oba Olufemi Sodeinde, honoring his contribution to the community and recognizing his life's achievements.

Mar 1 β€’ 09:04 UTC
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National & Local

Ogun APC chieftain slams Iyabo Obasanjo’s β€˜opportunist’ comment on Yayi

Akeem Akilo criticizes Iyabo Obasanjo's remarks describing Senator Olamilekan Adeola as an opportunist, calling her comments politically hollow.

Mar 1 β€’ 08:50 UTC
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National & Local

Iyabo Obasanjo hails Tinubu’s economic reforms, unveils governorship ambition

Prof. Iyabo Obasanjo praises President Bola Tinubu's economic reforms and announces her intention to run for governor in 2027.

Feb 28 β€’ 12:45 UTC
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National & Local

I’m confident of winning Ogun APC gov ticket β€” Iyabo Obasanjo

Iyabo Obasanjo expresses confidence in securing the All Progressives Congress governorship ticket for Ogun State in 2027.

Feb 25 β€’ 18:07 UTC
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National & Local

Obasanjo marks 89th birthday with free medical outreach in Lagos

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo is celebrating his 89th birthday by organizing a free medical outreach targeting 10,000 beneficiaries in Lagos suburbs.

Feb 22 β€’ 20:24 UTC
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Obasanjo urges NOUN to restore law programme, embrace reforms

Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo has called for the National Open University of Nigeria to restore its law program and embrace reforms to enhance academic innovation and student enrollment.

Feb 22 β€’ 13:16 UTC
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2027: Ogun monarch backs Iyabo Obasanjo’s governorship ambition

The Eselu of Iselu Kingdom supports Prof. Iyabo Obasanjo's candidacy for the 2027 Ogun State governorship, emphasizing the importance of women's inclusion in politics.

Feb 22 β€’ 08:41 UTC
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National & Local

Obasanjo and others celebrate Ita Giwa’s 80th birthday in Lagos

Former Senator Florence Ita-Giwa was honored in Lagos on her 80th birthday with a celebration attended by many distinguished guests and personalities.

Feb 22 β€’ 00:33 UTC
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National & Local

Obasanjo blames rice import woes on Shagari-era policy u-turn

Ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo attributes Nigeria's rice import challenges to a policy reversal by the Shagari administration in 1979.

Feb 12 β€’ 18:24 UTC
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National & Local

Obasanjo seeks recognition of Iwe Iroyin House, others as heritage sites

Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo has called for the recognition of key historical sites in Abeokuta, including the Iwe Iroyin House, as heritage sites.

Feb 8 β€’ 19:06 UTC
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National & Local

Obasanjo’s daughter rules out Senate return, eyes Ogun gov seat

Iyabo Obasanjo announces her intention to run for governorship in Ogun State instead of returning to the Senate.

Feb 7 β€’ 17:19 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Cyberbullying: Sowore loses bid to tender Tinubu’s anti-Jonathan comment

The Federal High Court in Abuja denied activist Omoyele Sowore's request to present statements from President Tinubu against former Presidents Jonathan and Obasanjo in his cyberbullying trial.

Feb 5 β€’ 00:08 UTC

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