Olusegun Obasanjo Remembers Late Wife Stella's Role in His Release, Honors Her at Benin Hospital Inauguration

Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo recently opened up about the crucial support he received from his late wife, Stella, during his imprisonment under General Sani Abacha’s regime. Speaking at the inauguration of the 250-bed Stella Obasanjo Hospital in Benin, Edo State’s capital, Obasanjo recalled how Stella\'s efforts played a pivotal role in securing his freedom.Obasanjo was detained in the late 1990s on allegations of involvement in a coup. Following Abacha’s death, Obasanjo was released under the administration of AbdulSalam Abubakar, paving the way for his presidency. His wife, Stella, a native of Edo State, passionately advocated for his release, traveling across the globe to rally support. She later became Nigeria’s first lady before her untimely passing during Obasanjo’s second term in office.Reflecting on her commitment, the 87-year-old Obasanjo shared, “My late wife went everywhere to ensure that I came out of prison alive. She was in Vatican City, France,

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