Former President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, has revealed that the late Dr. Victor Olunloyo played a crucial role in resolving the Agbekoya crisis that emerged during his tenure as military Head of State.
Obasanjo made this disclosure while speaking as the chairman of a Requiem symposium held in honor of Dr. Olunloyo, themed “A Legacy of Uncommon Brilliance.”
Recalling the challenges of his time at the helm of the nation, Obasanjo specifically pointed to the Agbekoya Farmers’ Revolt, which originated in the Western Region, following the implementation of his Land Use Decree.
“When I was military head of state, one of the problems I had was the Agbekoya problem emanating from here when I came up with a land use decree,” Obasanjo stated.
He then went on to acknowledge Olunloyo’s significant contribution to quelling the unrest. “One of those that helped me in solving that problem was my brother, Olunloyo,” the former President affirmed.
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