Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo’s autobiography, My Watch, has been highlighted by Premium Times Nigeria as a “rare and generous act of witnessing,” offering readers a direct view into the life of a man described as a living legend and national icon.
The book is praised for its unforgettable narrative, anchored by Obasanjo’s own words: “During his watch, a watchman has no sleep and no respite.” This line underscores the relentless dedication he attributes to his public service.
According to the review, anyone seeking to understand Obasanjo’s impact on Nigeria should first read and appreciate his autobiography, which blends personal experience with the broader sweep of the nation’s recent history.
The article draws a literary parallel to Chinua Achebe’s classic Things Fall Apart, recalling the famous line about “the king’s mouth” to suggest that Obasanjo’s memoir carries a comparable cultural resonance within Nigerian literature.
Overall, the reviewer positions My Watch as a valuable primary source for readers interested in Nigeria’s political evolution, offering an insider’s perspective that is both candid and historically significant.
<small>Source: Premium Times Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>
