Peter Obi calls Isaac Fayose, apologizes for wife, reaffirms Obidient support
Isaac Fayose, a Nigerian businessman and public affairs commentator, said he spoke with Nigeria Democratic Congress presidential candidate Peter Obi four hours ago. According to Fayose, Obi apologized for the stress caused to his wife and said he would be in Lagos tonight or tomorrow morning to visit Fayose at his home. Fayose, who had previously threatened to withdraw his support from the Obidient Movement after a video showed him praying with President Bola Tinubu’s son Seyi Tinubu went viral, said he now feels 'one million percent Obidient'. He added that while he likes Tinubu’s family, he believes Nigeria belongs to Nigerians and it is time for change. The conversation came after Fayose’s public criticism that Obi never appreciated his efforts to support the movement. His renewed pledge signals a possible reconciliation within the Obidient camp ahead of the 2027 elections, highlighting the influence of key influencers like Fayose in shaping voter perception in the Southwest. The episode also shows how personal relationships and public perception can shift quickly in Nigeria’s polarized political scene. Will Fayose’s renewed backing encourage other wavering supporters to stand firm with Obi, or will it deepen doubts about the movement’s internal cohesion?