Former Ekiti State Governor Ayodele Fayose has revealed that he declined an appointment offer from President Bola Tinubu, choosing instead to focus on his personal life after years of public service.
Fayose made the disclosure on Wednesday during an appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today.
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain stressed that while he remains on cordial terms with President Tinubu, their relationship does not imply political alignment.
“Have you seen me taking appointment from the APC? Asiwaju asked me, ‘What would we give you?’ I said, ‘Nothing, sir.’
“At 65, I’d rather be at home, being more responsible, doing other things that I need to do.
“I’ve served well. Two-time governor, I’ve done well. Tomorrow will hold itself,” Fayose stated.
“I’ve not been with APC, but I’ve been Asiwaju’s friend and brother for a long time. That is the truth,” he said.
On the 2027 general elections, Fayose said only Labour Party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, currently commands the kind of traction and national appeal needed to challenge the ruling APC.
“Tell me who would defeat APC? The only opposition that I know that is in Nigeria. I am not saying that will win Asiwaju. The only person that has traction is Obi.
“Despite not being in government, he is the only one talking and everywhere. I give it to him,” Fayose said.
