Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo led family members and associates in remembering his late wife at a memorial service on Saturday, marking two decades since her death. The ceremony took place at the Chapel of Christ King of Glory within the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library in Abeokuta, Ogun State. Stella Obasanjo died on October 23, 2005, at age 59, after complications from cosmetic surgery in Spain.
Her brother, John Abebe, recalled her warm disposition and constant smile, which touched everyone around her. Muyiwa Obasanjo, her son, remembered his mother as caring yet firm in her expectations. Former Ogun State governors Gbenga Daniel and Ibikunle Amosun attended the event and commended her character. Obasanjo described the gathering as a celebration of a life dedicated to service.
Her brother, John Abebe, recalled her warm disposition and constant smile, which touched everyone around her. Muyiwa Obasanjo, her son, remembered his mother as caring yet firm in her expectations. Former Ogun State governors Gbenga Daniel and Ibikunle Amosun attended the event and commended her character. Obasanjo described the gathering as a celebration of a life dedicated to service.
