Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo clocked 88 years on Sunday, March 2, and was celebrated by top acquaintances, family and friends.
Videos from the lush occasion saw political titans and high-profile allies come to celebrate the elder statesman’s birthday in style.
The VIP event took place at the Delborough Hotel on Victoria Island in Lagos. Among the dignitaries present were his long-time political friend, former President Goodluck Jonathan, and his wife, Patience; ex-Sierra Leonean President Ernest Bai Koroma; and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar.
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Also in attendance was former Senate President Bukola Saraki, who was accompanied by his wife, Toyin Saraki, and Anambra State Governor Chukwuma Soludo.
The presence of the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, and their regal entourage added a royal grandeur to the event.
Industrialist Razaq Akanni Okoya, the CEO of the Eleganza Group, attended with his wife, Shade, and renowned economic policy specialist Obiageli Katryn Ezekwesili was also spotted at the venue.
Igbo millionaires E-Money and brother Kcee, Obi Cubana, Cubana Chiefpriest and Vintage filled the event with glitz, heightening the bubbling atmosphere.
Atiku, in a heartfelt post on Elon Musk’s X, shared his experience at the dinner event.
He also appreciated his former boss for the great gathering.
“I joined others at the dinner hosted by my former boss, former President Olusegun Obasanjo, at The Delborough Hotel, Victoria Island, in Lagos. – AA.”
See his post below:
Images from Obasanjo’s birthday sparks reactions
Below are some of the comments that trailed the viral images compiled by OSG below:
@busbyskills:
“Every political gathering, this particular monarch dey there winning and dining with politicians. Doesn’t he stay in his palace?”
@@princekubas:
“Politics is a big scam in Nigeria.”
@KevinChika5:
“Deborah was killed by Islamic extremists, you refused to condemn them now you’re being hosted at Delborough Hotel; it just to remind you about the role you played in the death of that innocent Christian girl by siding with her killers.”
@1_ezinwoke:
“I believe that Mr Atiku is the missing piece for Nigeria’s economic transformation. He’s positioned and ready to take Nigeria to the Golden Age of Capitalism (Real Prosperity). And having Peter Obi as part of his team; will complement his effort. I’m OBIdient, but want this fr.”
@Kolaqhazim:
“Atiku who once portrayed to us as the enemy of the nation by Obasanjo is now dining at the same time with him. This country is a sin.”
@Opsylo_jay:
“Tinubu is actually the most powerful president ever. Obasanjo cannot lace his shoes.”
@countessviktora:
“Obasanjo is so Worthy of celebration. Enjoy the night your Excellency.”
@abdyekeen_bash:
“In all honesty, I envy you your Excellency Dr. Abubakar Bukola Saraki high level of connections and robust human relations. Touring around the country and turning up to honour family, friends and associates is a rare quality one can possess. As you carry out these tasking activities may God keep strengthening you Sir. May the dinner be a success…”
@tongnandafung:
“As you grow older, you’ll realise that true friendship and relationships are about Showing Up.”
@osime2014:
“Sir when that man say Olushola baba your wife was busy looking at your face and smiling. Pls ask her why. Lols.”
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