Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has refuted rumours of his death making the rounds on social media, saying he’s alive.
According to him, an ally informed him about the rumours, prompting him to check social media to verify the claims.
The ex-president, who raised concern over the motives of those spreading such claims, said he quickly informed his family members that he’s hale and hearty.
Obasanjo stated this on Tuesday during the inauguration of the Old Garage/Oke Fia-Lameco Dual carriageway in Osogbo, Osun State, one of the projects being inaugurated to commemorate the second anniversary of Governor Ademola Adeleke.
“I heard the rumour that I was dead. I saw it on the social media. I quickly told my children and my relations that it was not true and that I was alive. Those who want me dead, that is their wish but God still keeps me alive.
“Why would anyone wish me dead? Those who harbour such thoughts will not escape tragedy themselves.
“This kind of rumour is not only disturbing but shows the extent to which some people misuse technology. It is unacceptable,” Obasanjo stated.
The former president also used the opportunity to commend Governor Adeleke for his achievements in Osun State.
He described the governor’s performance as extraordinary and predicted his re-election for a second term.
“When he came on board some people ridiculously said he has nothing to offer except to dance but he has shown them that he is a good dancer and also a good performer.
“Governor Adeleke has delivered for the people of Osun, and I believe they will support him again,” he added.
Speaking at the event, Governor Adeleke appreciated former President Obasanjo for his constant support and advice.
“We are genuinely grateful sir. It is my honour to invite our father and elder statesman to commission the completed project.”
The governor reiterated that his government is committed to the state’s infrastructure development and provision.
“My dear people of Osun State, our administration has constructed over 120 kilometres of roads across the state.
“Two major flyovers are also progressing to completion at Osogbo while works are progressing at the Ile-Ife flyover and Ilesa dualisation.
“I have redirected our efforts and plan at the completion of Iwo-Osogbo Road. We have added the dualisation of Odoori-Adeeke Road inside Iwo to be executed in two phases.
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“The first phase will reach the Post Office and the Oluwo Palace, while the second phase will take off from the Post Office to Adeeke Junction.
“I want our people to note for the record that for all our projects and programmes, we did not obtain any loan.
“We only block leakages in the state’s finances and employ local content to moderate project costs and enforce high standards.
“For the second half of our government, I reassure all sons and daughters of Osun State that the government under my leadership will complete all ongoing projects.
“We will continue to address the infra and social needs of our people. We will strike a balance between hard and soft infrastructure.”
Meanwhile, Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has named the Old Garage-Okefia-LAMECO road after the late Asiwaju of Osogboland, Abdulfatai Adekileku Ajani Badmus.
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