Makinde, Fayemi, and Oyinlola Storm Abeokuta for High-Stakes Closed-Door Meeting with Obasanjo

Political realignments ahead of the 2027 general elections have picked up significant momentum following a closed-door meeting between former President Olusegun Obasanjo and a cross-party delegation of prominent South-West political figures in Abeokuta, Ogun State.

The delegation included Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, former Ekiti State Governor Kayode Fayemi, and former Osun State Governor Olagunsoye Oyinlola, who all visited Obasanjo at his residence within the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library complex.

The high-powered meeting has sparked widespread political interest across the country due to the cross-party lineup of the delegation. While Governor Makinde and ex-Governor Oyinlola remain influential figures within the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Kayode Fayemi is a prominent chieftain of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).

Disclosing details of the visit on his verified social media accounts, Governor Makinde revealed that the discussion focused primarily on pressing national issues and strategic political consultations ahead of upcoming elections.

“Our discussions centered on important national issues in view of the upcoming general election,” Makinde stated. “We appreciate Baba for his wise counsel at this crucial time in our nation’s history.”

The private meeting comes amidst growing speculation surrounding potential cross-party alliances and regional consensus-building for the 2027 presidential race. Political analysts view the Abeokuta talks as an early indication that major stakeholders are actively building bridges across party lines to navigate the nation’s evolving political landscape.

No official communique was issued following the private discussions, but insiders suggest that further consultations among key political actors across the country are expected to follow in the coming weeks.