Pictures: Obasanjo Receives Governors Makinde, Fayemi, and Former Governor Oyinlola

Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde paid a visit to former President Olusegun Obasanjo at his residence within the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library in Abeokuta, Ogun State, on Sunday, accompanied by former governors Olagunsoye Oyinlola of Osun State and Kayode Fayemi of Ekiti State.

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Makinde took to his verified X handle to disclose the visit, sharing photos of the gathering, and revealed that their talks revolved around pressing national matters in the lead-up to the forthcoming general election.

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According to the governor, the discussions with Obasanjo centered on significant national issues as the country approaches the general election, as he noted in a post, saying "Earlier today, we visited Baba, His Excellency Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, GCFR, in Abeokuta.

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The meeting, as described by Makinde, involved in-depth conversations on key national matters, with the governor stating, "Our discussions centred on important national issues in view of the upcoming general election."

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Makinde expressed his appreciation for Obasanjo's insightful guidance during this pivotal moment in the nation's history, saying "We appreciate Baba for his wise counsel at this crucial time in our nation’s history."

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The gathering took place amidst a surge in political consultations and realignments ahead of the 2027 general election, with leaders from various parties engaging in strategic talks about the country's future.