Samiat Bada’s Upcoming Lavish 50th Birthday and the Backlash…

Who is that individual that has never made mistakes? It would be an exaggeration to state that the recent faux pas committed by the Chairman of Ikosi/Isheri LCDA in Lagos, Samiat Bada, is unique. Nevertheless, considering the harshness of the Nigerian economy, the preparations for her 50th birthday are perceived to be bizarre, unnecessary, and outrightly inhumane.

Social media is heating up at the moment. One of the reasons for this is the setup that LCDA Chairman Bada has forced upon the guests at her 50th birthday celebration. Given what she requires of them to pay for Aso-Ebi, it is no surprise that many of her constituents have passed the vote of no confidence in her leadership.

For those that are unaware of the intricacies behind this matter, Bada’s 50th birthday is scheduled for December 28, 2023. Being the considerate and compassionate person she is, Bada has already sent out notices. However, from the invitation cards, it is obvious that no ordinary individual would make the guest list.

From the arrangements, the ladies that would make the cut-off point as guests have to shell out N650,000. On the other hand, the gents can deposit N250,000 for 10 yards of the material and cap. Her consideration for the genders of her guests has not helped matters, for some reason. Instead, people are hanging her out to dry, claiming that her Aso-Ebi price list is wasteful, insensitive, and grotesque.

In addition to the slurs on social media, some members of Bada’s council have anonymously stepped forward to inform the public that she is forcing the workers, councillors, supervisors, and other members of the LCDA to purchase the Aso-Ebi. This is only adding to the many complaints tendered to the Lagos State Governor to remove her from the position on account of abuse of powers and misappropriation of funds.

It has to be said that Bada is in the limelight now. With her birthday preparations publicised, one wonders if she will still be as merry and outspoken once the harsh eyes of anti-graft agencies answer the call to scrutinise her.