Obasanjo recounts actions Stella took to secure his release from prison

Obasanjo recounts actions Stella took to secure his release from prison 

 

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has recounted the major role his late wife, Stella, played in securing his release from prison.

Obasanjo spoke during the inauguration of the 250-bed Stella Obasanjo Hospital in Benin, Edo State.

Obasanjo was detained under General Sani Abacha’s regime for alleged coup involvement and was released by AbdulSalam Abubakar’s administration after Abacha’s death.

His late wife, Stella Obasanjo from Edo State, championed his release and later became the first lady before passing away during his second term.

The 87-year-old ex-President praised Stella’s commitment, saying, “My late wife went everywhere to ensure that I came out of prison alive. She was in Vatican City, France and other parts of the world. I had it all coming out of prison.” He added, “No amount of honour would be too much for the role she played.”

Obasanjo also expressed his gratitude to the Edo State Government for the honour given to Stella through the hospital.

“I had a woman who made tremendous contributions to my achievements in public life,” he said.

Obasanjo also commended Governor Godwin Obaseki for “starting and finishing well” in office.

He further reminisced on his past work with former Governor John Odigie Oyegun, describing him as an exceptional permanent secretary.

“With this hospital, you’re assured of first-class treatment for any ailment,” he said.

He added, “With this kind of edifice, I can say that the governor started well and is finishing well.”