Celebrating Gbajabiamila’s prowess at 57

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Celebrating Gbajabiamila’s prowess at 57

There is no debating that humans are breeds of various categories whose paths show different levels of sheen. And in answering the question of the birth of nobles, nobles carry upon their shoulders significance that point’s to nobility. For the speaker of the Nigerian House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, his birth is a blessing to humanity in many ways.

His coming to the mother earth on June 25, 1962 is nature’s deliberate blessing to mankind with life whose time on earth will make preponderance better. For his parents too, his coming was not characterized with fanfare or tragedy; it was a numb day that brought an unexpected occurrence to a couple who lived in the heart of Surulere, Lagos.

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It was an experience many fortunetellers will describe as a sign of an unusual demeanor. Alhaja Lateefat Gbajabiamila had ceaselessly wished for a child after she had her first issue, which was a set of twin girls. Her prayers were unanswered for eight long years, which was a lengthy wait for a woman in want.

With much faith in her God, she finally got pregnant and gave birth to a girl. Now the pressure then began to mount for a boy. It was a deed that returned her desire to give birth again. Soon she got pregnant, and planned to deliver her next child at Island maternity on Campbell Street, Lagos Island. Lateefat, who is a trained staff nurse and midwife, had made adequate preparation for her oncoming baby. Her husband’s cousin who was meant to escort her to Island maternity didn’t turn up.

When labour pains kicked in, her experience as a midwife made her decide to deliver the baby herself. Femi Gbajabiamila was born in an unusual circumstance.

Femi’s birth and Lateefat’s bravery heralded a story of determination, love and optimism that has positively influenced his journey in life. Fearless Femi has made an impact as a formidable opposition Leader before APC became the majority. His arrival into this world will never be forgotten, and his push for the greater good of Nigeria will never be in vain.

Beyond the significances surrounding the birth of this noble, it is profound to note that every person who has been privileged to know Gbajabiamila has a good story to tell about his capacities and brilliance. As a person, I feel very proud of my association with you and I have always been inspired by your unassailable record of hard work, impeccable integrity and patriotic zeal for a better Nigeria.

As the world converge to  celebrate a man who is worthy of honour, a personification of greatness in many ways, I share in the joy of birth of this illustrious Nigerian citizen.

Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo,

Ondo State

Celebrating Gbajabiamila’s prowess at 57
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