initiative and corporate administration particularly in developing nations, for example, Nigeria.''
Obasanjo kicked against politicisation of appointments and distribution of
basic necessities of life. ‘’There are a few welfare responsibilities of the
nation that should be ‘politics free’ including education, justice and health.
Appointments at the leadership levels should be based on competence, knowledge
and experience. Any other consideration will be at best sub-optimal.’’
Obasanjo, who turned 80, last week, stressed the need for strong family
values because ‘’a nation consists of communities and families constitute
communities. Therefore, the stability of the nation depends on how stable or
robust the families are and consequently the communities. The nerve centre of
national stability is the families.’’
The former President spoke, yesterday, while delivering the 2nd Prophet
Gabriel Olubunmi Fakeye Memorial Lecture held at Cherubim & Seraphim
Movement Church, Surulere Distict Headquarters, Lagos. The lecture was titled:
‘’The Challenge of Good Governance, National Stability and Development.’’
At the event where a book: ‘’The Renaissance of the C&S Church in
perspective; The Story of C&S Movement Church, Surulere,’’ was launched,
Obasanjo described Fakeye, who was C&S General leader/District Chairman
(1970-2015) as ‘’a very consumate leader who was fearless when discussing
national issues. He was patriotic and highly respected pastor, teacher,
preacher, intercessor and field commander of the Lord’s army. He symbolised one
of our finest examples of how a life truly dedicated to our Saviour Jesus
Christ can make a difference. He had been a difference-maker for his family,
his friends, his flock, his community, the Church and, indeed, the nation.’’
He said it was good that the lecture series were inaugurated ‘’to remind us
about his (Fakeye’s) ledership roles and for us to keep in constant view those
nationalist ideals that are critical for national progress.’’
To ensure national stability and development, Obasanjo canvassed concentric
levels of leadership that encourages every person to act as a leader within
his/her concentric ring.
