BREAKING: Sanwo-Olu denies rift with Tinubu, calls rumours ‘crying more than the bereaved’
By Kunle Sanni
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has dismissed widespread rumours of a rift between him and President Bola Tinubu, describing such reports as “people crying more than the bereaved.”
Speaking after a closed-door meeting with the President at his Ikoyi residence in Lagos on Sunday, Sanwo-Olu said there was no discord, insisting, “He’s my father, he’s my leader.”
The visit, which coincided with the Sallah celebrations, followed a similar one by the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, who also came to brief the President on his recent trip to Kazakhstan. Sanwo-Olu arrived with members of the powerful Lagos State Governor’s Advisory Council (GAC), which plays a key role in the state’s APC structure.
Rumours of a feud had circulated for months, with reports suggesting that Sanwo-Olu was attempting to consolidate his political base by sidelining Tinubu loyalists through strategic appointments. Though neither party had publicly acknowledged a rift, APC insiders had hinted at strained relations.
Sanwo-Olu, however, maintained that the meeting was part of traditional festive courtesy visits and an opportunity to offer prayers and support to the President. He also praised Tinubu’s leadership, citing progress in infrastructure and improvements in key economic indicators.
On the planned June 12 protests by some groups, the governor dismissed them as baseless and urged for patience. “The economy has made a positive turn. Give this President more time,” he said.
