Obasanjo urges seniors to stay active with regular exercise
Olusegun Obasanjo has highlighted the importance of regular exercise for elderly people to maintain good health as they age. He led about 100 members of the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library Senior Citizens Club on a 2.5km walk in Abeokuta. The event aimed to encourage senior citizens to remain active and showcase the benefits of exercise in old age. Other club members and aides praised Obasanjo for his commitment and leadership.
Highlights
- Olusegun Obasanjo emphasized that exercise is vital for growing old gracefully and maintaining a good quality of life.
- The 2.5km walk was part of the club’s keep-fit programme and served as an awareness campaign for seniors.
- Membership in the club is open to those aged 70 and above, with Obasanjo noting he is just reaching that age.
- The club’s president, Group Captain Ayobamiji Erinfolami (retd.), commended Obasanjo for leading by example.
- Elder Udo Umoren, an aide to Obasanjo, described the walk as essential motivation for senior citizens.
