Desmond Tutu died with his ministry, integrity untainted – OBJ

Former Nigerian President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo says the role played by late Desmond Tutu in getting the country’s debt cancelled was tremendous.

Chief Obasanjo in a condolence letter to the President of South Africa, Mr Cyril Ramaphosa stated that “Over the years, Reverend Tutu had shown focused, credible, bold and purposeful leadership not just to members of the Anglican Church but to all Christians.”

The former President said Archbishop Tutu had been part of building and strengthening the Anglican Church, and also has an eminent place in the Church system in South Africa due to his selfless service and leadership.

Chief Obasanjo acknowledged the role he played in South Africa’s debt cancellation which he described as uncommon solidarity and the deep passion with which he had argued Nigeria’s case for full debt cancellation as well.

The former president said Archbishop Tutu will also be remembered for his forthrightness, doggedness, welfarism, anti-corruption stance, courage and commitment to ethical values noting that the Archbishop died with his head held high with his ministry untainted; and his integrity uncompromised.

Wale Oluokun