Iyabo Obasanjo Out of  Her Anonymous Cocoon

Birthday shindigs in Lagos are always glamorous. They often serve as the gateway for eminent individuals to come running out of their cocoons, ready to be assimilated into a loving society. Things have reached this point for Senator Iyabo Obasanjo, daughter of former President Olusegun Obasanjo. With her reemergence from a hiatus, one is reminded of her background and history.

The birthday bash of popular Lagos man, Lekan Ogunbanwo, made headlines. Taking place at Whitestone Event Centre, Oregun Ikeja, Lagos, this 60th birthday celebration of the socialite had big people in attendance. Among these individuals, Senator Iyabo cut a dazzling figure, reminding one of someone munching on goodness and grace in her secret place.

It has been a while since the good senator from the Obasanjo family made the headlines. In the past, she was known for her power displays, especially in the direction of her father’s political legacies. But the years are counting, fitting her into the picture of a demure dignitary, respecting herself and respecting others.

The Senator Iyabo who arrived at Ogunbanwo’s birthday was quite different from the one that disappeared into thin air a few years ago. The current one is luminously chubby, well-rested from opposing the powers that be and resigned to let things take their course. She no longer looks like the lady who would write a scathing public letter to her father, sniping at his inadequacies and excesses.

Time indeed does wonders to the obedient mind. Before, every move of hers was accompanied by political deliberations. Yet, upon deciding to decamp from the public limelight, she has regained that humble disposition. So low-profile is she now that she donated several classroom blocks in Ogun in July and very few people knew about it.

So, the anonymous cocoon has its good points. For Senator Iyabo, it has polished her, turning her into a treasure for everyone who knows her.