Former President Olusegun Obasanjo (OBJ) led tributes at the 20th memorial service held in honour of his late wife and former First Lady, Stella Obasanjo.
Memorial Details and Tributes
- Date of Death: Stella Obasanjo passed away in 2005. The memorial service, held twenty years later, marked the two-decade anniversary of her demise.
- Location of Service: The memorial service was held at the Obasanjo family chapel in his private residence, the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library (OOPL), in Abeokuta, Ogun State.
- Core Message: Delivering the tribute, former President Obasanjo emphasised that the service was a celebration of Stella’s impact and legacy, stating, “We’re celebrating a life of service.” He highlighted her dedication to charitable causes, especially her work with children through the Child Care Trust, and stressed that her life should be remembered for the positive services she rendered to humanity and the nation, rather than just the circumstances of her death.
The event saw attendance from family members, friends, and dignitaries, who gathered to honour her contributions as First Lady and philanthropist.
