Peter Obi and Kwankwaso Honor Obasanjo at 89th Birthday

On March 5, 2026, Peter Obi, the former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, and Rabiu Kwankwaso, a senator and presidential candidate from the New Nigeria Peoples Party, gathered in Abeokuta, Ogun State, to celebrate the 89th birthday of former President Olusegun Obasanjo. Obi described Obasanjo as a towering statesman whose influence continues to shape national discourse.

He emphasized Obasanjo's steadfast courage, deep sense of justice, and advocacy for national unity, highlighting his role as a fearless critic of poor governance. Obi noted that Obasanjo's voice remains resonant in Nigeria's affairs, and he expressed hope for Obasanjo's continued good health and wisdom.

Kwankwaso also joined the celebration, recognizing Obasanjo as a revered global statesman. Obasanjo, born on March 5, 1937, served as Nigeria's military head of state from 1976 to 1979 and was later democratically elected president from 1999 to 2007.