Where is Senator Gbemi Saraki?

Preparation is the true foundation for success. History has shown the authenticity of this observation many times over. Senator Gbemi Saraki, former Minister of State for Mines and Steel Development has also proved it in her corporate and political careers. Even now, one can see traces of preparation as she crouches, ready to spring up.

It has been some time since Saraki’s name popped up in the public space. Believed to have been forgotten, the all-rounder has finally found time to rest from all the hustles and bustles of corporate and political life. Although some of her supporters are asking for her whereabouts online, her confidantes know that she is snoozing from her many hours of work. She will soon return.

Few Nigerian women in the public space have had their lives closely monitored by netizens such as Saraki. First, due to her being the sister of former Senate President, Bukola Saraki, she has been fitted into a comparison compartment, one that she had to work hard to get out of.

Secondly, Saraki has often occupied controversial positions. Either she is against the majority or refuses to go with the flow, especially when the other side is in the wrong. This is likely why she has never really gotten along with her brother in matters of political affiliation and commitment.

Take the recent presidential elections for instance. Her presence in the Kwara State All Progressives Congress (APC) branch meant that her candidate, the now-President Bola Tinubu would likely come up first in the state. Knowing this, Saraki was accused of making plans to move to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). But she affirmed her loyalty to Tinubu and eventually helped him earn the trust of her people.

Having done so much work, not to mention leaving the Ministry of Minister of Mines and Steel Development and that of Transportation (State) before that, it is time for Saraki to rest. That is where she is presently - at home, resting.