Babafemi Ojudu, former Special Adviser on Political Matters to ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, harshly criticized Ayodele Fayose.
During a Wednesday podcast on State Affairs, he accused Fayose of lacking both honor and a true grasp of politics.
Ojudu, a journalist and author of *Adventures of a Guerrilla Journalist*, discussed the controversial impeachment of Fayose. He revealed how he scripted and plotted the impeachment process behind the scenes.
In reflecting on his 2011 senatorial election victory, Ojudu confidently asserted he decisively defeated Fayose. “Fayose lacks honor and can’t even spell ‘politics,’” he emphasized in the interview.
He recounted the election results, securing 68,000 votes compared to Fayose’s 28,000. He attributed his success to genuine support from the voters. “I defeated Fayose with 68,000 votes, despite his financial advantage,” Ojudu stated, showcasing grassroots support’s power.
Ojudu further criticized Fayose, labeling him a man of dishonor who regained governorship due to poverty-driven voting. “People are hungry, vote for a pot of soup and ₦5000; everybody will vote in an environment of poverty,” he explained, underscoring the challenges of political integrity in such circumstances.
“I have been the only one who defeated him in an election,” Ojudu continued, recalling their Senate election rivalry. “He stood against me during the Senate election; he had 28,000 votes and I had 68,000 votes,” he reiterated, emphasizing his unique position in their electoral history.
Ojudu also reminisced about a debate organized by a radio station, describing it as an unfair competition. “When we got there, I went in my Agbada while he came in a T-shirt and jeans,” he noted, illustrating the contrasting approaches to their public personas.
During the debate, Ojudu observed an inscription on Fayose’s T-shirt that read, “Politics is Serious Business,” but was misspelled. “I was happy that I had this guy today,” Ojudu recalled, capturing the moment’s significance. He instructed his photographer to capture the moment, recognizing it as a pivotal point in their exchange.
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As the debate progressed, Fayose accused Ojudu of various offenses. “He called me a roadside journalist, and I was just waiting,” Ojudu said, anticipating the opportunity to counter his opponent’s claims. When the debate concluded, the moderator allowed each participant two minutes to speak.
“I said my governor must start,” Ojudu explained, strategically positioning himself to speak last. When it was his turn, he delivered a poignant remark about Fayose’s literacy.
“I dread facing my 13-year-old daughter,” he admitted, struggling to find the right words to explain politics.
“People at home, pay attention! This former governor wants to go to the Senate but can’t spell politics,” Ojudu urged.
The impactful statement resonated with the audience, leading to Fayose’s abrupt departure from the studio. “That was a killer punch,” He concluded, reflecting on the debate’s outcome.
