Fayemi Declares Political Rivalries in Nigeria Are Staged for Entertainment
Former Governor of Ekiti State, Dr. Kayode Fayemi, has revealed that the rivalries among Nigerian politicians are not as real as they appear, describing them as staged for the amusement of the public.
Fayemi made this statement on Sunday during his 60th birthday thanksgiving service at St. Martin’s Catholic Church in Isan Ekiti. While addressing guests, some of whom were surprised to see his political opponents present at the event, he explained that many of the political conflicts witnessed are nothing more than entertainment for citizens.
He stated, “All these things you read on social media are just for your entertainment. Many will wonder why the former governor Segun Oni is present here. I spent the entire day with him during his birthday.”
Fayemi further emphasized the spirit of unity in Ekiti State, adding that even though politicians may belong to different political parties, they share a common goal of progress. He said, “Governor Ayodele Fayose would have been here too without hesitation if he was around.”
He concluded, “The vision we have always had is a state that will not be separated by the political divide. We might be members of different political parties, but there’s one party that we collectively belong to, which is the ‘Ekiti Progressive Party,’ and our governor is carrying on with that.”
Reflecting on his life at 60, Fayemi noted that he is a product of grace and has many reasons to be thankful to God.
