A former presidential candidate, Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim has paid glowing tribute to former President Olusegun Obasanjo on his 88th birthday, describing him as a ‘towering figure in Nigeria’s history’, and a global statesman whose impact transcends generations. Born on 5 March 1937. Obasanjo is a Nigerian Army General and statesman who served as Nigeria’s Head of State from 1976 to …

President Bola Tinubu has observed that former President Olusegun Obasanjo regular interventions in national affairs have helped shape public policies and acted as a check on leadership. In his tribute to commemorate the 88th birthday of Obasanjo, who first served the country as military Head of State (1976 to 1979) and later civilian President (1999 to 2007), President Tinubu pointed …