By Gideon Maxwell
September 15, 2024
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo arrived in Minna, Niger State, on Sunday, September 15, 2024, for a significant meeting with former military leaders Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB) and Abdulsalami Abubakar.
Obasanjo’s chartered flight landed at approximately 4:15 PM after he attended the 90th birthday celebration of Chief Gabriel Osawaru Igbinedion in Benin City earlier that day.
Upon arrival, Obasanjo proceeded directly to IBB’s hilltop residence, where he was joined by General Abdulsalami Abubakar and General Aliyu Gusau, the former National Security Adviser.
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As gathered, the meeting, which lasted about an hour, was held behind closed doors, and while specific topics discussed remain undisclosed.
However, it is widely speculated that the discussions centered around pressing national issues, particularly Nigeria’s current economic challenges and political landscape.
The gathering of these influential figures reflects a continued dialogue among Nigeria’s political elite as they seek solutions to the country’s ongoing difficulties.
Obasanjo departed Minna shortly after 6:20 PM, leaving behind a sense of anticipation regarding the potential outcomes of their discussions.
It is believed further details are expected to emerge in the coming days, shedding light on the implications of this high-profile meeting.
But the coming together of these influential figures suggests that they may be seeking solutions to the country’s problems, especially at a time Nigeria is facing various challenges, including security issues, economic instability, and political tensions.
