By Kolawole Ojebisi
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has told former military Head of State, Gen. Ibrahim Babangida, to expect a whole gamut of reactions, ranging from good, bad and ugly to his autobiography, titled, ” A Journey In Service”.
Obasanjo made the remark at the launching of the book in Abuja on Thursday.
Obasanjo, who chaired the occasion, said by writing the book, Babangida had not only contributed to history making, he had contributed to documenting history.
The occasion also included fundraising for a presidential library.
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.”
