Former Ekiti State Governor Ayodele Fayose visited ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo at his Abeokuta residence on Sunday ahead of his 65th birthday on November 15
The meeting offered a rare glimpse of warmth between two leaders who have historically been at odds.
Photos shared on X by Lere Olayinka, Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication and Social Media to the FCT Minister Nyesome Wike, show Fayose and Obasanjo sharing friendly moments. In one striking image, Obasanjo, dressed in a white traditional outfit and green cap, is seen playing Ayo, the traditional Yoruba board game, with Fayose.
The two politicians’ relationship has often been defined by public disagreements, making this cordial encounter particularly noteworthy.
The visit is part of a series of high-profile calls Fayose has received ahead of his birthday, including a visit from former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo on Tuesday. Osinbajo explained he chose to visit earlier as he would be unavailable on the actual day of the celebration.
During their meeting, Fayose and Obasanjo engaged in friendly conversation and discussed national issues, while Osinbajo praised Fayose for his courage and consistency in public life. Fayose, in turn, described the visit as a meaningful gesture of respect and friendship that transcends political divides.
Fans and political watchers have been quick to note the significance of the meeting, capturing moments that signal a possible easing of long-standing tensions between the two leaders.
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