Eighty years have always been a milestone in the life of any person. More so, when such a person or persons have made a meaningful impact in the life of a nation or a people. It is even not uncommon for others to bring out the drums and pump champagne to thank God for a life well spent.
It was therefore not a surprise that the handlers of former Military President, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida’s (IBB) image, decided to use his attainment of this enviable age to remind Nigerians, and indeed, the world, his contributions to the economic, political and other areas of development in the country. The first glimpse of the celebration was the interview IBB granted to the rave making television, Arise News, few days ago, where he spoke on a wide range of issues affecting the country.
