By Dare Babarinsa
If the November 2, 2022 peace deal in Ethiopia holds, it would be the biggest prize ever won by Chief Olusegun Obasanjo since he retired from the Presidency in 2007.
For
the past 15 years, Obasanjo has become Africa’s most dedicated troubleshooter,
dashing from one trouble spot to another in the frequent African bushfire wars.
But Ethiopia has a bigger stake. It is one of the most important African
countries, sharing the Alpha Grade with Nigeria, South Africa, Congo DRC and
Egypt.
Perhaps, it has seen more wars than most African countries. Hitherto, it is the most successful African experiment in state formation. Its unravelling would be a great tragedy. We need to salute all those who are involved in this peace deal.
