The Letterman: Inside the “Secret” Letters of former Nigerian President, Olusegun Obasanjo – By Musikilu Mojeed

The Letterman: Inside the “Secret” Letters of former Nigerian President, Olusegun Obasanjo – By Musikilu Mojeed

The Story of a Nation, Written in Ink. “The Letterman” is a tour de force of historical writing and investigative research. Over nearly seven years, award-winning journalist Musikilu Mojeed meticulously gathered and analyzed the letters exchanged by Olusegun Obasanjo with world leaders, subordinates, rivals, and friends. The result is a compelling narrative that braids these far-flung pieces into a magisterial whole, unveiling the inner workings of a man who served as both a military and civilian leader of Nigeria.

The book traces Obasanjo’s trajectory through critical periods: his wartime efforts as General Officer Commanding the Third Marine Commando, his first stint as military head of state (1976-1979), his tireless advocacy for continental liberation, his civilian presidency (1999-2007), and his influential post-office years. These letters do more than just record events; they reveal the stewardship, relationships, and even the emotional vulnerability of a global statesman. As former Commonwealth Secretary-General Emeka Anyaoku notes in the foreword, these letters are essential insights into Nigeria’s contemporary history, making “The Letterman” an indispensable resource for historians, political enthusiasts, and general readers alike.

Key Features:

• Exclusive Access: Curates significant, formerly “secret” letters that reveal the private side of public history.

• Decades of History: Covers over half a century of Nigerian and African political evolution (1970s to the present).

• Deep Research: Based on seven years of investigative reporting and archival retrieval.

• Global Perspective: Highlights Obasanjo’s interactions with international figures and his role in global diplomacy.

• Endorsed Excellence: Features a foreword by Chief Emeka Anyaoku, emphasizing the book’s historical importance.

Specifications:

• Title: The Letterman: Inside the “Secret” Letters of former Nigerian President, Olusegun Obasanjo

• Author: Musikilu Mojeed

• Genre: History / Politics / Biography / Non-Fiction

• Format: Paperback