Isaac Fayose has described Peter Obi as Nigeria’s “incoming president” after hosting the Nigeria Democratic Congress’ 2027 presidential candidate at his residence on Saturday.
Fayose shared a video of the visit on Instagram, where he welcomed Obi and declared his support for the former Anambra State governor.
“It’s not every day the President comes to your house. Our incoming president. So shall it be, in Jesus’ name,” Fayose said.
Addressing critics who questioned his loyalty, Fayose added that the visit had silenced doubters.
“For you others abusing me, you can see now, I am 100 per cent Obidient. So you better be Obidient. We are together, and we are winning,” he said.
Responding, Obi said many of those attacking Fayose online were not genuine members of the Obidient Movement.
He also stressed the importance of accepting criticism, saying leaders must be willing to listen, learn and admit mistakes.
“My people will tell you one thing: the one thing I take is criticism. You can never be annoyed with anybody for saying I did something wrong,” Obi said.
He added that anyone unwilling to accept correction should not seek leadership.
“If he doesn’t, he shouldn’t lead. He should just go, because he thinks he knows everything. And if you know everything, you are an idiot. You shouldn’t be a leader. A listener, a learner, always,” he said.
The visit comes days after Fayose publicly criticised Obi for allegedly failing to acknowledge his support during the 2023 presidential campaign.
Fayose had claimed he made personal sacrifices, including providing accommodation for members of the Obidient Movement, but never received appreciation from Obi.