Charly Boy celebrates Peter Obi at 65
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At a glance
- Entertainer CharlyBoy celebrated Peter Obi's 65th birthday with well wishes and prayers for his continued courage and love for Nigeria.
- CharlyBoy highlighted Obi's role as a beacon of hope, inspiring belief in a better Nigeria despite widespread disappointment with leaders.
- The entertainer also announced the upcoming release of his memoir,
Maverick entertainer and activist Charles Oputa, widely known as CharlyBoy, has publicly celebrated Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Party (NDC), on his 65th birthday. Through a series of posts on his X account, formerly Twitter, CharlyBoy conveyed heartfelt prayers and best wishes to Obi.
"As you add another year, may your strength increase. May your courage multiply. And may your love for this country survive all the attacks, insults, and distractions. For dey are simply scavengers. Nigeria still needs voices wey no dey fear to tell power the truth. Happy Birthday, my brother," CharlyBoy wrote.
As you add another year, may your strength increase. May your courage multiply. And may your love for this country survive all the attacks, insults, and distractions. For dey are simply scavengers. Nigeria still needs voices wey no dey fear to tell power the truth. Happy Birthday, my brother.
He further described the former Anambra State Governor as a symbol of hope for younger generations, asserting that a better Nigeria is achievable through sacrifice. "In a country where many people don stop expecting anything from their leaders, you somehow make millions believe say better Nigeria is still possible. Well done. That no be small thing," he added.
In related news, CharlyBoy announced the imminent release of his memoir, titled "999." This book promises a comprehensive account of his life's journey, with a foreword by former President Olusegun Obasanjo. The public presentation is scheduled for July 31 in Lagos. To promote the memoir globally, digital billboards at the iconic New York Times Square in the United States recently featured its display.
In a country where many people don stop expecting anything from their leaders, you somehow make millions believe say better Nigeria is still possible. Well done. That no be small thing
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