Obasanjo Lauds Private Sector’s Role in Economic Development

Olusegun Obasanjo

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo on Tuesday said the contributions of private investors to the growth of Nigeria’s economy are undeniable.

Obasanjo said this at the commissioning of the newly-built head office of the British American Tobacco Nigeria in Ikoyi, Lagos.

A statement by the company on Tuesday, quoted the ex-President as noting that the British American Tobacco was among the first foreign investments he was able to woo into Nigeria in 2001.

Obasanjo Blasts Governors for Living Like Emperors

Olusegun Obasanjo

Former President of Nigeria, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, on Monday lambasted some state governors in Nigeria for living like emperors while demanding sacrifice from the citizens for Nigeria to survive the hard times.

Obasanjo chided the governors while speaking as the chairman at the inaugural conference of the Ibadan School of Government and Public Policy, held at the University of Ibadan.

Obasanjo Lauds Abia Govt On Infrastructural Development

Chief Olusegun Obasanjo

Former President Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, has commended Abia government for its efforts to develop infrastructure in the state.

Obasanjo made the commendation on Saturday in Aba while commissioning Umuola road, Kamalu road and Oomnne drive constructed by the government.

He urged the people of Aba not to sabotage the efforts of the government, saying they should support the governor because he is an “achiever.”

Obasanjo noted that since Aba is the hub for economic activities for the South-East, if its roads and infrastructure are in good shape, it would augur well for the people of the South-East and South-South.

He urged the government to pay attention to the development of agriculture, education, health, communication, transportation and power sectors.