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“Leaders Chosen by God Have Higher Chances of Success” — Obasanjo on Leadership Stories
Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo recently shared his thoughts on leadership, highlighting that leaders chosen by God are more likely to succeed compared to those who emerge through more sinister influences.
He made this point during an engaging Zoom session titled Boiling Point Arena, which was broadcasted on several private radio stations in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital.
The conversation touched on Obasanjo’s legacy, his views on current governance in Nigeria, and his reflections on the nature of leadership itself.
Obasanjo, known for his forthright opinions and decades-long influence in Nigerian politics, asserted that not all leaders are divinely appointed.
He explained that while many leaders are guided by God’s will, there are others who rise through the influence of Satan.
Drawing from Biblical examples, he illustrated how God uniquely prepares certain individuals for leadership roles, sometimes without them realizing it.
He cited the story of Joseph, who, despite facing numerous challenges including betrayal by his brothers, was ultimately elevated to a position of power in Egypt.
Joseph’s journey, according to Obasanjo, was marked by dreams that hinted at his future leadership.
On the other hand, Moses, who led the Israelites out of Egypt, didn’t have prophetic dreams but was nonetheless prepared by God for his mission.
Obasanjo emphasized, “God has a way of grooming people for leadership, even if they don’t see it coming.
When a leader is truly chosen by God, they have a greater chance of succeeding. But not every leader falls into that category.”
He expressed skepticism toward the common belief that all leaders are God-ordained, suggesting that some come to power through less righteous means.
He further referenced the Biblical story of Job, where Satan’s role as a tempter demonstrated his capacity to influence lives.
In this story, Satan sought permission from God to test Job’s faith and loyalty, underscoring his potential to shape outcomes and challenge leadership.
Obasanjo warned that the power of Satan should not be underestimated, stating, “Satan may lack salvation, but his power is real and significant.”
The former president, often referred to as the “Ota farmer” due to his large farm in Ota, Ogun State, reiterated that true leaders must undergo rigorous preparation and training.
In his view, effective leadership demands more than ambition; it requires experience, resilience, and a deep sense of purpose.
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has reportedly declared a strike at Taraba State University over outstanding salary-related demands and delays in payments.
The strike is scheduled to begin today, October 12, 2026. According to the union’s chairman, the union had been engaging the Taraba State Government over its outstanding demands since February 2026.
“The union had exercised considerable patience and demonstrated its commitment to dialogue since February 2026, when it began engaging the Taraba State Government over the outstanding issues,” Mbave said.
“The union had earlier suspended its planned industrial action following an appeal by the government for additional time through the Office of the Head of Civil Service, in the interest of maintaining industrial harmony,” the chairman added.
The Chairman of Gboko Local Government Area of Benue State, Torseer Yina, has imposed a dusk-to-dawn curfew in the ancient town.
The curfew takes effect from Thursday, October 8, 2026, following unrest and violent protests in the area.
According to reports, the action was taken to contain the unrest and violent protests by members of BEMOA following the death of one of its members by unknown gunmen.
The protest, which was reportedly hijacked by hoodlums, turned violent after an angry mob burnt two vehicles belonging to the Benue State Civil Protection Guards.
The Gboko council chairman said the curfew takes effect immediately and warned that anyone caught flouting the order or breaching public peace would be decisively dealt with.
Nine people have died in a fatal road crash along the Ijebu-Ode-Benin Expressway in Ogun State.
The crash occurred on Monday at about 4:55pm around the Bethel area along the Ijebu-Ode/Ore axis of the expressway. It involved a white Toyota Hiace commercial bus belonging to Delta Line and a white Sino truck operated by Bill Gas Solution Ltd.
According to the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), all nine people involved in the crash, comprising three males and six females, died in the incident.
The FRSC said the crash occurred while it was raining and the road was wet, with preliminary investigations identifying speed violation as the probable cause.
The FRSC rescue team arrived at the scene shortly after receiving the report, while the bodies of the victims were taken to the General Hospital Morgue in Ijebu-Ode.
The Ogun State Sector Commander, Oludare Ogunjobi, urged motorists, especially commercial drivers, to obey speed limits and exercise extra caution when driving in the rain.
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