Unfortunately, the true force which propels our endless political disputes, our constant struggles for political advantage, is often not our burning concern for democracy, it is often of our dedication to the principle of the rule of law. Olusegun Obasanjo advantageburnconcern share on social
We regard America and Europe as old friends. We keep old friends, but we make new friends in Japan, India, and China. Olusegun Obasanjo americachinaeurope Change image and share on social
I will not say the fact that there are no European Union observers at an election means that it will not be fair and free. Olusegun Obasanjo electioneuropeanfact Change image and share on social
When I left office in 1979, I was about the only one who had really left public office on my own. Olusegun Obasanjo leaveofficepublic Change image and share on social
Let me make a solemn pledge before all of you, before the whole world and before God, that I will devote all my energy and all I possess in my power to serve the people of Nigeria and humanity. Olusegun Obasanjo devoteenergygod Change image and share on social
If I am not above the law, nobody in this country can then claim to be above the law. Olusegun Obasanjo claimcountrylaw Change image and share on social
The givers of most of the corruption in Africa are from outside Africa. Olusegun Obasanjo africacorruptiongiver Change image and share on social
We will as soon as possible reexamine our laws and policies and eliminate all obstacles to genuine investment. Olusegun Obasanjo eliminategenuineinvestment Change image and share on social
There is no part of the world where corruption is absolutely eliminated. Olusegun Obasanjo absolutelycorruptioneliminate Change image and share on social
Nigeria has no business with poverty. With our human and material resources, we shall strive to eradicate poverty from our country. Olusegun Obasanjo businesscountryeradicate Change image and share on social