President Bola Tinubu and the Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu held a high-level meeting at the President’s private residence in Ikoyi, Lagos on Sunday, a move widely seen as an effort to dispel ongoing speculation about a rift between them.
The meeting, which also included members of the Governor’s Advisory Council (GAC), appears to have successfully put to rest rumours of a growing divide between the two prominent leaders.
Emerging from the gathering, Governor Sanwo-Olu directly addressed and denied any feud, dismissing the rumors as overblown.
“People are just crying more than the bereaved,” he stated with a smile.
When pressed further about the alleged discord, Sanwo-Olu responded, “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 governor clarified that the visit was a routine courtesy call by the GAC 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,” he explained.
Sanwo-Olu added that the meeting also served as an opportunity to pray with the President, extend well wishes, and reaffirm support, acknowledging Tinubu’s leadership over the past two years.
Sanwo-Olu highlighted key achievements attributed to the President’s backing.
The achievements include the launch of new Blue Line trains in Lagos, which were made possible through federal support, and a recent reduction in fuel and food prices.
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