Obasanjo Reveals The Best Way Of Fighting Corruption

Former Nigerian President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, has stressed that the fight against corruption will only be effective if it begins with accountability at the highest levels of government.

Obasanjo argued that addressing corruption among top leaders would set a strong example for others, demonstrating the government’s commitment to transparency and integrity.

He made the remarks during an interactive session on Zoom titled “Boiling Point Arena,” hosted by a private radio station in Abeokuta, Ogun State, on Sunday night.

The discussion, which was also broadcast by several private radio stations in the state capital, centered on Obasanjo’s legacy in government and his assessment of the current state of Nigeria.

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Describing corruption as a “hydra-headed” problem deeply entrenched in Nigerian society, Obasanjo emphasized that the fight against it must begin with leadership if it is to succeed.

The former President also emphasized that the fight against corruption must be a continuous and daily effort to tackle it at its roots.

He called for a reform in the recruitment and appointment of leaders to public office, emphasizing that political appointments should be based on merit rather than political affiliation or tribal considerations.

Regarding leadership, he stated that self-made leaders, or those elevated by malicious forces, are destined to fail.

He firmly believed that true leadership is ordained by God, and that only those chosen by Him will ultimately succeed.