By The Daily Torch Media
A mild drama has unfolded between former President Olusegun Obasanjo and former Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose, following Obasanjo’s remarks during Fayose’s 65th birthday celebration.
The incident began after Obasanjo, who was present at the event, made comments that appeared to mock Fayose. He said, “You are not the best of my political children, but you have made achievements that must not be ignored.” He also revealed that he wasn’t personally invited to the event, saying: “When Osita [Chidoka] came and said, ‘Ayo,’ I asked, ‘Ayo who?’ I told him, ‘You can see me anytime.’” Obasanjo further added, “Some people called me and said, ‘We heard he abused you?’ I said, ‘Thank you for reminding me.’”
These remarks, which many interpreted as subtle jabs, provoked a strong reaction from Fayose, who later sent a sharply worded SMS to the former President. The message, made public through Obasanjo’s media aide, Kehinde Akinyemi, read:
Dear Baba Obasanjo,
I trust this meets you well. I appreciate your presence at my birthday party — except for your very irresponsible comments at your age. You went so low, but I’m not surprised; someone once said you belong in a zoo — and honestly, that’s where you belong.
I kept quiet and didn’t respond at the event so that the world could see the difference between a sane man and a mad one — which you’ve clearly become.
It’s obvious you’ve lost your sanity, or maybe it’s the height of dementia.
Not to worry, Baba. I’ll set the record straight in due time. Lastly, kindly return my money, since you admitted receiving it, even though you claimed Dangote brought you back.
A leopard, as they say, never changes its spots.
In a brief and measured reply, Obasanjo responded:
Ayo, thanks for your ‘Thank You’ message, which clearly revealed who and what you are — unchanged and unchangeable.
Your money has been returned through Foluso Adeagbo, who brought it to me, in the same bag and unopened.
The exchange has sparked public reactions, with many observing the lingering tension between the two political figures, despite moments of public reconciliation.
