…By Enitan Thompson for TDPel Media.
Former President Obasanjo’s Open Letters:
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo is well-known for writing open letters to Nigerian presidents who succeeded him in office.
These letters often highlight flaws in the government and offer advice on resolving pressing issues.
Tolu Ogunlesi’s Mockery:
Tolu Ogunlesi, former Special Adviser on New Media to President Muhammadu Buhari, took to Twitter to mock ex-President Obasanjo.
Ogunlesi expressed his curiosity about whether Obasanjo would have the audacity to write a letter to President Bola Tinubu.
He recalled how Obasanjo, during his presidency, allegedly abused his authority to harass and undermine Tinubu when he served as the Governor of Lagos State.
Tweeting his thoughts, Ogunlesi wrote, “OBJ go collect well inside this PBAT era.
He used and abused presidential authority to harass and undermine BAT as Governor of Lagos.
Today that BAT is the President of Nigeria.
I’m curious to see if the General will summon the boldness for any letter-writing.”
Nigeria’s Readiness for a Female President:
In a separate development, former President Olusegun Obasanjo expressed his belief that Nigeria is ready to have a female President.
He emphasized the importance of giving women the opportunity to lead the country after decades of male leadership since independence.
Obasanjo’s Statement at the Egba Dialect Debate and Choral Competition:
During the 5th edition of the Egba Dialect Debate and Choral Competition for Secondary Schools in Ogun Central Senatorial District, held in Abeokuta, Obasanjo shared his perspective.
He asserted that when power is shared equally between both genders, the country will become stronger and more developed.
Conclusion:
Tolu Ogunlesi’s mocking of former President Obasanjo’s letter-writing tradition reflects the political dynamics between the two figures.
Meanwhile, Obasanjo’s advocacy for a female President highlights his belief in the importance of gender equality in leadership for Nigeria’s growth and progress.