Don’t Worry About Critics Of Controversial Book; Obasanjo Tells IBB
Former Nigerian President, Olusegun Obasanjo, has praised former Head of State, General Ibrahim Babangida over the latter’s just launched book.
The book “A journey in Service”, is an autobiography of Babangida. The occasion also included fundraising for the former Head of State’s presidential library.
Obasanjo, who spoke at the launching event in Abuja, which he chaired stated that by writing the book, Babangida had succeeded in documenting history, asides contributing to history making.
He also noted that there would be good, bad and ugly reactions to the book Babangida had written.
Obasanjo said: “You have not only contributed to history; you have contributed to documenting history.
“It is an important part of our nation building to keep accurate records. Please don’t be unduly worried about critics and put him down syndrome.
“It may even be an indication of success, but take note of objective criticism. A chronic critic of mine, the late Tunji Braithwhite, may his soul rest in perfect peace, condemned a book of mine. And when asked if he had read it, he answered in the negative. He said he had not read it, and said that once Obasanjo was the writer, it must be condemned.”
Earlier, Babangida in the book acknowledged that Moshood Abiola won the June 12 election.
The event has present, incumbent Presidents, former Presidents, Heads of State among others.
