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Olusegun Obasanjo.
nigerian president (1999-2007) and military leader (1976–79)
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Historical review detailing Nigerian political transitions, including Babangida's annulment of the 1993 election and Obasanjo's military background.Some support1 report
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Olusegun Obasanjo negotiated the 2005 Paris Club agreement on behalf of the group.Some support1 report
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The political landscape of Nigeria is facing challenges regarding current leadership tenure, prompting historical context reviews.Well supported6 reports9 developments inside
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A book tour originating in Nigeria features Olusegun Obasanjo and Charly Boy, with international stops including London, Germany, and Kenya.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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Charly Boy connected Olusegun Obasanjo to modern media platforms.Some support1 report
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Olusegun Obasanjo appeared on a YouTube show and discussed his connections to Poco Lee, Don Jazzy, and Carter Efe.Some support2 reports
Earlier this month
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Lawmakers discussed Olusegun Obasanjo's third-term bid amid political maneuvering involving Nuhu Ribadu and Abdul Ningi.Some support3 reports
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Obasanjo argues that Nigeria's resources have the potential to support prosperity, but he also highlights policy inconsistency as a major economic challenge facing the country.Some support2 reports
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Olusegun Obasanjo participated in South African election monitoring in 2013, where SADC representatives were included as observers.Some support1 report
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Guinea-Bissau is struggling to balance its resource potential against high import dependency, with policies encouraging imports hindering domestic production.Some support1 report
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Obasanjo addressed various societal issues within Nigeria on August 3, 2026.Well supported13 reports1 development inside
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The federal government defended policy proposals, including a production subsidy policy, through its presidential spokesman.Some support1 report
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Olusegun Obasanjo made allegations against Atiku Abubakar on July 24, 2026.Well supported21 reports
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A US investigation concerns Nigerian political integrity, while noting Obasanjo's presidency during Tinubu's governance of Lagos State.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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Under current political pressure, Tinubu's past tenure as Lagos Governor is being leveraged in a political offensive led by Obasanjo and the Alliance for Democracy.Some support1 report
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Historical overview detailing Sani Abacha's role in Nigeria's transition and Olusegun Obasanjo's subsequent peace-building work for ECOWAS.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
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Peace talks were held in Pretoria, South Africa, where Obasanjo was invited to mediate the conflict in Ethiopia.Some support2 reports
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Olusegun Obasanjo accompanied Ernest Bai Koroma upon his arrival in Nigeria before Koroma returned to Freetown.Some support1 report
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Obasanjo served as president in Nigeria in 1995, while Tinubu remains a political figure in the country.Some support1 report
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Macroeconomic issues in Nigeria are being discussed, including how Tinubu's policies affected debt revaluation, while Obasanjo reduced the national debt burden and Naira depreciation impacted external debt.Well supported7 reports7 developments inside
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Olusegun Obasanjo commented on the lack of African context when discussing democracy models.Well supported4 reports
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Atiku Abubakar was accused of manipulating the system in Abuja, while Obasanjo was noted as his principal.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Obasanjo's administration introduced rural banking programs, while FirstBank operates in Nigeria since the 1980s.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Obasanjo's administration introduced the N1,000 note while Olaide Olabanji criticized the worsening Nigerian economy on Instagram.Some support2 reports
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Obasanjo is expected to chair a memorial in Asaba, where Epiphany Azinge is the Asagba and Newton Jibunoh will be conferred a title.Some support1 report
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Political rivalry regarding presidential ambitions is surfacing, accompanied by a shift in the African Democratic Congress's coalition center of gravity.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Olusegun Obasanjo served as governor of Ogun State, while Obafemi Awolowo shared the political sphere of Nigerian leadership.Some support1 report
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Olusegun Obasanjo and Bola Ahmed Tinubu disagreed on refinery viability, while the EFCC recovered $60 million from an indigenous oil firm.Some support1 report
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Olusegun Obasanjo visited the state capital of Osun State to review the results of the governorship election, following the election victory.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Tinubu states he prioritizes large infrastructure projects over immediate needs.Some support1 report
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Olusegun Obasanjo was reported to have served as Vice President/running mate, President of Nigeria, and was elected Governor of Adamawa state.Some support1 report
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Olusegun Obasanjo blamed Atiku Abubakar for administration failures, while Timi Frank commented on Obasanjo's lack of electoral weight.Well supported4 reports
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Historical record from 1995 detailing Olusegun Obasanjo's political activities, including his selection of Atiku Abubakar as running mate and early mentions of Peter Obi.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Atiku Abubakar oversaw the economy and privatization process in 1995.Some support1 report
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Tensions between Olusegun Obasanjo and Atiku Abubakar escalated into allegations, stemming from governance disputes and the withholding of local government allocations.Some support4 reports1 development inside
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Olusegun Obasanjo stated that choosing Atiku Abubakar was a mistake, while Dele Momodu urged Bola Tinubu to campaign on performance and criticized the APC's blame game.Some support3 reports
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On August 2, 2026, multiple distinct events occurred: Atiku challenged Obasanjo regarding his public outbursts; Nigeria called for South African compensation for xenophobic attacks; and the APC advised Tinubu to curb excess funds given to governors.Well supported4 reports
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Atiku Abubakar opposed Olusegun Obasanjo's third-term bid, while there was also praise for Nigeria's economic management team.Some support3 reports
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Olusegun Obasanjo, Atiku Abubakar, and Charly Boy discussed contested vice-presidency during presidential campaigns and participated in a fireside chat on political history.Some support2 reports
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Political figures, including Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso, are contesting the Nigerian presidential election and seeking counsel from former president Olusegun Obasanjo.Some support1 report3 developments inside
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Rabiu Kwankwaso, Peter Obi, and Olusegun Obasanjo are actively consulting and forming a presidential ticket for the 2027 election.Some support1 report
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Olusegun Obasanjo, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, and Peter Obi are discussing potential political alliances for the 2027 election, with Obasanjo having previously backed Obi in 2023.Some support4 reports
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Ode Ojowu served as Economic Adviser to Olusegun Obasanjo.Some support1 report
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Olusegun Obasanjo criticized the Tinubu administration for slow policy adoption and opposed reliance on gas-fired power in Nigeria.Some support6 reports
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CBN launches accounts under committee scrutiny amid reports of missing oil funds dating back to 1978.Some support1 report
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Criticism arose regarding comments made by Olusegun Obasanjo and Atiku Abubakar concerning the late Speaker Ghali Na’Abba.Some support1 report
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Political figures, including Obasanjo, Atiku, and Osoba, discussed alleged impeachment plots and 2003 election outcomes.Some support18 reports3 developments inside
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Alleged impeachment proceedings were initiated involving Olusegun Obasanjo and Atiku Abubakar on July 1, 2026.Some support2 reports
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Olusegun Obasanjo revisited events involving Alliance for Democracy, while Olusegun Osoba recounted negotiations related to the organization.Some support3 reports
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Eghosa Imasuen is a Nigerian writer and medical doctor. Olusegun Obasanjo was the former president of Nigeria.Some support1 report
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Olusegun Obasanjo utilized Bola Ahmed Tinubu to arrange meetings in Lagos, culminating in his attendance at the Convocation ceremony of the University of Lagos.Some support2 reports
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Nigeria provided $20m assistance to Angola, while former president Obasanjo met with Goodie Ibru to discuss management philosophy.Some support1 report
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Olusegun Obasanjo introduced the Chief of Staff office model in 2022, which was influenced by presidential precedent.Some support1 report
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Olusegun Obasanjo called for a fundamental rethink of the leadership system involving the house of representatives.Some support1 report
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Professor Turner Isoun, a pioneer Vice-Chancellor, is recognized for championing technology reforms in Nigeria.Some support2 reports
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An urgent national framework is needed to support the Adire craft in Nigeria.Some support2 reports
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Amid EFCC investigations, Tinubu urged the Bureau of Public Enterprises to take over the Eleme Petrochemicals complex, citing past divestment examples from Obasanjo.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Historical records detail the sequence of leaders occupying Aso Rock in 1995, involving figures such as Muhammadu Buhari, Olusegun Obasanjo, and Goodluck Jonathan.Some support2 reports
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Olusegun Obasanjo met with Atiku Abubakar at OOPL Complex on January 10, 2025, where the other person served as Vice-President to Obasanjo.Some support1 report
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A book detailing the Nigerian entrepreneurial journey was published, with Eghosa Imasuen and Chude Jideonwo involved, and featured Olusegun Obasanjo.Some support3 reports
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Around Olusegun Obasanjo this week
News at the entities that move Olusegun Obasanjo most-
Atiku Abubakar OperationalAtiku Abubakar stated his position regarding the fuel subsidy in Nigeria.Moves Olusegun Obasanjo
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Bola Ahmed Tinubu OperationalLegislative body considers bills for state police in Nigeria.Moves Olusegun Obasanjo
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Peoples Democratic Party StructuralMichael Aondoakaa is the candidate for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) ticket in Benue State.Moves Olusegun Obasanjo
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All Progressives Congress OperationalAdemola Adeleke, a former APC official, defeated the party in elections dating back to 2017.Moves Olusegun Obasanjo
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African Union StructuralThe African Union is exploring its role as a supranational union in Africa, aiming to drive the continent's next chapter.Moves Olusegun Obasanjo
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Ethiopia TransactionalEritrea admitted involvement in the Tigray war, under pressure from the US, in early 2021.Moves Olusegun Obasanjo
Connections
The 40 strongest of 125, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Nigeria Shared context
Obasanjo uses his status as a former president to critique, advise, and comment on Nigeria's governance, history, and national issues.
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Atiku Abubakar Operational
The relationship is defined by intense, ongoing political rivalry, characterized by mutual accusations regarding past shared government roles and current political disputes.
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Bola Ahmed Tinubu Operational
The relationship is defined by active political rivalry, mutual critique of past and current policies, and ongoing political coordination.
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Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library Structural
The Presidential Library functions as a formal platform for Olusegun Obasanjo's public statements and warnings.
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federal government Structural
Obasanjo's administration established policies and entities to manage and monetize federal government assets.
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Millennium Tower Transactional
A project was awarded to Millennium Tower during Olusegun Obasanjo's administration.
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Office of the Secretary Structural
Olusegun Obasanjo's administration established the Office of the Secretary (PIC).
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CPS Structural
CPS's existence and function are structurally dependent on legal frameworks enacted during Obasanjo's administration.
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Peoples Democratic Party Structural
Obasanjo's political career and decisions were formally tied to and influenced by the PDP's platform and internal consultations.
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Sani Abacha Transactional
Olusegun Obasanjo was imprisoned under the regime of Sani Abacha.
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Victor Akinjo Structural
Victor Akinjo was appointed as a Personal Assistant by Olusegun Obasanjo.
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All Progressives Congress Operational
Olusegun Obasanjo is engaged in active political opposition, coalition building, and complex maneuvering regarding the goals of the All Progressives Congress.
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Charly Boy Operational
The relationship is characterized by mutual professional support, co-action, and B facilitating A's access to modern media platforms.
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African Union Structural
Olusegun Obasanjo holds formal leadership roles within the African Union, including Head of the AU Panel of Facilitators and AU Special Envoy.
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Ogun State Operational
Olusegun Obasanjo actively influences and advises on the political and developmental governance of Ogun State.
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Dapo Abiodun Structural
The relationship is defined by a clear professional succession line, where B is recognized as the successor to A in their respective fields.
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Abdul Ningi Transactional
A was offered money to support B's political bid, which A ultimately rejected.
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Iyabo Obasanjo-Bello Structural
Iyabo Obasanjo-Bello is the daughter of Olusegun Obasanjo.
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Abdulsalami Abubakar Structural
Abdulsalami Abubakar facilitated the supervised power handover to Olusegun Obasanjo in 1999.
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Ethiopia Transactional
A invited B to serve as a mediator for conflicts within A.
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Logo Structural
A's official orders caused B to enter operational status under A's influence.
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Martin Agbaso Structural
A was B's former aide, establishing a principal-subordinate functional dependency.
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Kaduna Operational
Obasanjo's administration oversaw refinery operations within Kaduna during his tenure.
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United Nations General Assembly Transactional
Olusegun Obasanjo utilized the UN General Assembly platform to launch a detailed report on the matter.
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Liyel Imoke Structural
Liyel Imoke served as an employee during Olusegun Obasanjo's administration.
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Benue State Operational
Obasanjo ordered a military invasion into Benue State.
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committee Structural
The committee was formally established and operated as a body under the authority of Obasanjo's administration.
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Angola Transactional
Nigeria provided $20m in assistance to Angola on 2026-07-01.
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Rabiu Kwankwaso Operational
Obasanjo is alleged to provide strategic counsel, political support, and alliance brokerage for Kwankwaso's political campaigns.
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Chinedu Nsofor Operational
Chinedu Nsofor receives political support and backing from Olusegun Obasanjo.
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committee Structural
The committee was formally established and operated under the administration of Olusegun Obasanjo in 2000.
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Central Bank of Nigeria Structural
Olusegun Obasanjo served in a functional capacity assisting the Central Bank of Nigeria in its operations.
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Olanipekun Olukoyede Operational
The relationship is evidenced by their involvement in a leadership transition within the EFCC structure.
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Gbenga Daniel Operational
The two individuals are functionally linked through their shared political goal of achieving a governorship aspiration.
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Eghosa Imasuen Transactional
A contributed by writing the foreword for a book related to B's entity, VFD Group.
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foundation Operational
The Foundation organized a dialogue, and Olusegun Obasanjo served as the chair of that dialogue.
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South Africa Operational
Olusegun Obasanjo actively engages with and comments on political and social issues within South Africa.
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Nigeria Labour Congress Operational
The Nigeria Labour Congress participated in a conference held under the presidential office of Olusegun Obasanjo.
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National Democratic Coalition Operational
The coalition actively influenced Olusegun Obasanjo's political push toward democratic rule and election validation.
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Timi Frank Operational
Timi Frank actively criticizes Olusegun Obasanjo's political influence and electoral standing.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
15 events- Historical review detailing Nigerian political transitions, including Babangida's annulment of the 1993 election and Obasanjo's military background.
- Olusegun Obasanjo negotiated the 2005 Paris Club agreement on behalf of the group.
- Charly Boy connected Olusegun Obasanjo to modern media platforms.
- Olusegun Obasanjo appeared on a YouTube show and discussed his connections to Poco Lee, Don Jazzy, and Carter Efe.
- Lawmakers discussed Olusegun Obasanjo's third-term bid amid political maneuvering involving Nuhu Ribadu and Abdul Ningi.
- Obasanjo argues that Nigeria's resources have the potential to support prosperity, but he also highlights policy inconsistency as a major economic challenge facing the country.
- Olusegun Obasanjo participated in South African election monitoring in 2013, where SADC representatives were included as observers.
- Guinea-Bissau is struggling to balance its resource potential against high import dependency, with policies encouraging imports hindering domestic production.
- The federal government defended policy proposals, including a production subsidy policy, through its presidential spokesman.
- A US investigation concerns Nigerian political integrity, while noting Obasanjo's presidency during Tinubu's governance of Lagos State.
- Under current political pressure, Tinubu's past tenure as Lagos Governor is being leveraged in a political offensive led by Obasanjo and the Alliance for Democracy.
- Peace talks were held in Pretoria, South Africa, where Obasanjo was invited to mediate the conflict in Ethiopia.
- Olusegun Obasanjo accompanied Ernest Bai Koroma upon his arrival in Nigeria before Koroma returned to Freetown.
- Obasanjo served as president in Nigeria in 1995, while Tinubu remains a political figure in the country.
- Atiku Abubakar was accused of manipulating the system in Abuja, while Obasanjo was noted as his principal.
August 2026
18 events- A book tour originating in Nigeria features Olusegun Obasanjo and Charly Boy, with international stops including London, Germany, and Kenya.
- Obasanjo addressed various societal issues within Nigeria on August 3, 2026.
- Olusegun Obasanjo commented on the lack of African context when discussing democracy models.
- Obasanjo's administration introduced the N1,000 note while Olaide Olabanji criticized the worsening Nigerian economy on Instagram.
- Obasanjo is expected to chair a memorial in Asaba, where Epiphany Azinge is the Asagba and Newton Jibunoh will be conferred a title.
- Political rivalry regarding presidential ambitions is surfacing, accompanied by a shift in the African Democratic Congress's coalition center of gravity.
- Olusegun Obasanjo served as governor of Ogun State, while Obafemi Awolowo shared the political sphere of Nigerian leadership.
- Olusegun Obasanjo and Bola Ahmed Tinubu disagreed on refinery viability, while the EFCC recovered $60 million from an indigenous oil firm.
- Olusegun Obasanjo visited the state capital of Osun State to review the results of the governorship election, following the election victory.
- Tinubu states he prioritizes large infrastructure projects over immediate needs.
- Olusegun Obasanjo was reported to have served as Vice President/running mate, President of Nigeria, and was elected Governor of Adamawa state.
- Olusegun Obasanjo blamed Atiku Abubakar for administration failures, while Timi Frank commented on Obasanjo's lack of electoral weight.
- Historical record from 1995 detailing Olusegun Obasanjo's political activities, including his selection of Atiku Abubakar as running mate and early mentions of Peter Obi.
- Atiku Abubakar oversaw the economy and privatization process in 1995.
- Olusegun Obasanjo stated that choosing Atiku Abubakar was a mistake, while Dele Momodu urged Bola Tinubu to campaign on performance and criticized the APC's blame game.
- On August 2, 2026, multiple distinct events occurred: Atiku challenged Obasanjo regarding his public outbursts; Nigeria called for South African compensation for xenophobic attacks; and the APC advised Tinubu to curb excess funds given to governors.
- Atiku Abubakar opposed Olusegun Obasanjo's third-term bid, while there was also praise for Nigeria's economic management team.
- Olusegun Obasanjo, Atiku Abubakar, and Charly Boy discussed contested vice-presidency during presidential campaigns and participated in a fireside chat on political history.
July 2026
21 events- Olusegun Obasanjo made allegations against Atiku Abubakar on July 24, 2026.
- Obasanjo's administration introduced rural banking programs, while FirstBank operates in Nigeria since the 1980s.
- Tensions between Olusegun Obasanjo and Atiku Abubakar escalated into allegations, stemming from governance disputes and the withholding of local government allocations.
- Rabiu Kwankwaso, Peter Obi, and Olusegun Obasanjo are actively consulting and forming a presidential ticket for the 2027 election.
- Ode Ojowu served as Economic Adviser to Olusegun Obasanjo.
- Olusegun Obasanjo criticized the Tinubu administration for slow policy adoption and opposed reliance on gas-fired power in Nigeria.
- CBN launches accounts under committee scrutiny amid reports of missing oil funds dating back to 1978.
- Criticism arose regarding comments made by Olusegun Obasanjo and Atiku Abubakar concerning the late Speaker Ghali Na’Abba.
- Political figures, including Obasanjo, Atiku, and Osoba, discussed alleged impeachment plots and 2003 election outcomes.
- Alleged impeachment proceedings were initiated involving Olusegun Obasanjo and Atiku Abubakar on July 1, 2026.
- Olusegun Obasanjo revisited events involving Alliance for Democracy, while Olusegun Osoba recounted negotiations related to the organization.
- Eghosa Imasuen is a Nigerian writer and medical doctor. Olusegun Obasanjo was the former president of Nigeria.
- Olusegun Obasanjo utilized Bola Ahmed Tinubu to arrange meetings in Lagos, culminating in his attendance at the Convocation ceremony of the University of Lagos.
- Nigeria provided $20m assistance to Angola, while former president Obasanjo met with Goodie Ibru to discuss management philosophy.
- Olusegun Obasanjo introduced the Chief of Staff office model in 2022, which was influenced by presidential precedent.
- Olusegun Obasanjo called for a fundamental rethink of the leadership system involving the house of representatives.
- Professor Turner Isoun, a pioneer Vice-Chancellor, is recognized for championing technology reforms in Nigeria.
- Amid EFCC investigations, Tinubu urged the Bureau of Public Enterprises to take over the Eleme Petrochemicals complex, citing past divestment examples from Obasanjo.
- Historical records detail the sequence of leaders occupying Aso Rock in 1995, involving figures such as Muhammadu Buhari, Olusegun Obasanjo, and Goodluck Jonathan.
- Olusegun Obasanjo met with Atiku Abubakar at OOPL Complex on January 10, 2025, where the other person served as Vice-President to Obasanjo.
- A book detailing the Nigerian entrepreneurial journey was published, with Eghosa Imasuen and Chude Jideonwo involved, and featured Olusegun Obasanjo.
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June 2026
6 events- The political landscape of Nigeria is facing challenges regarding current leadership tenure, prompting historical context reviews.
- Historical overview detailing Sani Abacha's role in Nigeria's transition and Olusegun Obasanjo's subsequent peace-building work for ECOWAS.
- Macroeconomic issues in Nigeria are being discussed, including how Tinubu's policies affected debt revaluation, while Obasanjo reduced the national debt burden and Naira depreciation impacted external debt.
- Political figures, including Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso, are contesting the Nigerian presidential election and seeking counsel from former president Olusegun Obasanjo.
- Olusegun Obasanjo, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, and Peter Obi are discussing potential political alliances for the 2027 election, with Obasanjo having previously backed Obi in 2023.
- An urgent national framework is needed to support the Adire craft in Nigeria.