Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has said he will “never stop having children,” explaining that while he no longer gives birth and his children are now adults, the continuity of life persists through his grandchildren and future generations. Obasanjo made the remarks on Monday while hosting the leadership of the Paediatric Association of Nigeria (PAN), led by its president, Dr Ekanem Ekure, at his residence within the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library in Abeokuta, Ogun State.
According to the former president, the ongoing cycle of generations makes the protection and wellbeing of children a lifelong and collective responsibility. He stressed that the future of any nation depends on how well its children are cared for, describing them as the foundation of civilisation and calling for greater attention to child survival, development and overall welfare.
Obasanjo also commended paediatricians for their critical role in saving children’s lives, noting that paediatrics is a unique and demanding medical speciality. He pledged his support for initiatives aimed at improving the lives of children in Nigeria and globally, and accepted PAN’s request to serve as an advocate for child health and wellness, assuring the association of his commitment to the cause.