President Bola Tinubu On Sunday met with Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, at his private residence in Ikoyi, Lagos, sparking speculation about a potential reconciliation between the two leaders.
The meeting came after the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, visited Tinubu to mark the Sallah break and debrief him on his recent trip to Kazakhstan.
Sanwo-Olu dismissed rumours of a rift with President Tinubu, describing the speculation as “people crying more than the bereaved.”
He added, “Do you see any discord? Can’t you see when you are smiling, I’m smiling? There’s none (feud). He’s my father, he’s my leader.”
The Lagos State Governor explained that the meeting was a traditional courtesy visit by the Governors’ Advisory Council (GAC), a long-standing practice during festive periods.
“It’s our usual. You know, festive period Council visits and a time for Mr. President to meet with his brothers, leaders of our party… It’s something that they always look forward to.”
Sanwo-Olu highlighted key achievements attributed to the President’s backing, including the unveiling of new Blue Line trains in Lagos and a reduction in fuel and food prices.
He also addressed the upcoming June 12 protests, describing the move as baseless. “What will be the basis of the protest? The economy has made a positive bend. Give this President more time.”
The governor reaffirmed his loyalty and that of the GAC to the President and the APC party, stressing their commitment to a united front ahead of the local government elections.
Editor: Ebuwa Omo-Osagie
