“I’m Not as Short as You Think!” Obasanjo Quips After Kenyan Official Offers Him a Platform

In a light-hearted moment during a speech event in Kenya, former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo proved that he doesn’t need any extra height to make his point. As he approached the podium to deliver his address, a Kenyan government official rushed to place a wooden platform for him to stand on.

With a quick bend and a firm push, Obasanjo moved the platform aside, turning to the official with a smile and saying, “I am not as short as you think I am.” The audience burst into laughter, appreciating the former president’s sharp wit and confidence.

The incident quickly became a talking point, with many praising Obasanjo for his quick humor and self-assuredness. It seems that when it comes to delivering a speech, Obasanjo knows he stands tall—literally and figuratively.

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