Obasanjo at ‘999’ book launch: What endeared me to Charly Boy amid his ‘Area Fada’ persona

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By Benjamin Njoku
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has revealed that his growing relationship with entertainer and activist Charles Oputa, popularly known as Charly Boy, was sparked by the musician’s devotion to his parents.
Obasanjo made the disclosure on Friday in Lagos, at the public presentation of “999: A Memoir in Tribute to Late Justice Chukwudifu Oputa.” The event celebrated the life and legacy of the late jurist and was laced with laughter, reflections, and tributes to Charly Boy’s fearless advocacy and artistic impact. Speaking during a fireside chat, Obasanjo admitted he was initially not a fan of Charly Boy’s controversial ...