Businessman and social commentator, Isaac Fayose, has expressed disappointment over what he described as Peter Obi’s failure to acknowledge his contributions to the former Labour Party presidential candidate’s 2023 election campaign.
Fayose made the remarks while reacting to criticism that followed his recent meeting with President Bola Tinubu’s son, Seyi Tinubu.
In a video shared on Friday, he said he invested personal resources in Obi’s campaign, including providing his hotel for campaign-related activities and participating in protests organised by supporters of the Obidient movement.
According to him, despite the sacrifices he made, Obi has never reached out to appreciate or thank him for his support.
Fayose contrasted Obi’s silence with the gesture he received from Seyi Tinubu, whom he praised for showing him respect during their recent meeting.
He also criticised some members of the Obidient movement, accusing them of placing unrealistic expectations on others while failing to take responsibility for political change.
The businessman stated that although he supported Obi in the last election, he remains proud of his Yoruba heritage and has admiration for President Bola Tinubu and his son, insisting that political differences should not breed hostility.
Fayose further declared that he would be free to support Tinubu politically in the future if he so chooses.
His comments come days after a viral video of him singing On Your Mandate We Shall Stand alongside Seyi Tinubu sparked speculation that he had defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC).
However, Fayose dismissed the claims, maintaining that he remains “101 per cent Obidient” and has not abandoned his political beliefs.
He explained that he had spent time with Seyi Tinubu, Cubana Chief Priest and others discussing politics and national issues before they ended the gathering with prayers, including prayers for President Tinubu.
According to him, praying for the President or maintaining cordial relationships across political divides should not be interpreted as a change in political allegiance.
Fayose also denied allegations that he received financial inducement to switch political camps, stressing that politics should be practised without hatred and should not destroy personal relationships or family ties.
