Former President Olusegun Obasanjo and former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi attended the launch of veteran entertainer Charly Boy’s book and a fundraising event for the Charly Boy Foundation in Lagos, an appearance that has sparked reactions on social media.
The event gained public attention after Peter Obi’s aide, Esther Umoh, shared details in a post on her official X account on Friday, July 31, 2026.

“Peter Obi, alongside former President Olusegun Obasanjo and other distinguished Nigerians joined Charly Boy at the launch of his book and a fundraising event in support of the Charly Boy Foundation,” Umoh wrote.
The gathering attracted prominent figures from various sectors in support of the foundation’s activities and the launch of Charly Boy’s latest publication. Photos and videos from the event were widely circulated online, prompting mixed reactions.
While some social media users described the attendance of Obasanjo and Obi as a show of support for the veteran entertainer and social activist, others expressed differing political and personal opinions. The event has continued to generate online discussion about the presence of the high-profile guests and the objectives of the Charly Boy Foundation.