Nigerian former Military President, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB), marked his 80th birthday in Minna, Niger State, on Tuesday and played host to the who is who in the country.
Leading the pack of prominent Nigerians, who paid homage to Babangida on his birthday is a former military and civilian President of the country, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, who calledearly at the Hilltop residence of the general.
Chief Obasanjo had flown to Minna from Abuja and on arrival at IBB’s residence, the main sitting area was cleared of all guests, including former military head of state, General Abdulsalami Abubakar, who had been with IBB before the arrival of Obasanjo, to allow the duo have a private discussion.
The press was also prevented from moving beyond the first security post in IBB’s house,resulting in those who had arrived at the gates as early as 8am being asked to leave.
Others who visited IBB were former Senate President, Dr. Bukola Saraki; National Chairman of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Uche Seconds; Governor Udom Emmanuel of Akwa Ibom state and Senators Rochas Okorocha, Ben Obi, Philip Aduda and former Governor Peter Obi of Anambra State.
Also in attendance were, General Aliyu Gusau, who was National Security Adviser during the administration of the celebrant; a media mogul, Chief Raymond Dokpesi, diplomats and members of the organised private sector.
