It’s no longer news that the Esama of Benin, Sir Gabriel Igbinedion, recently turned 80 and had a week-long celebration to mark the milestone age.
The Esama, who did not look an inch close to 80, was also said to have ordered a new wonder ride to celebrate this milestone.
A man of style, he arrived the birthday thanksgiving service alongside his wife, Lady Cherry, driven in a cart. Garbed in royal attire, he was accompanied to the service by his children; grandchildren, a retinue of aides and a handful of admirers and praise singers.
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