The pictures were shared by Obi on his official X account on Sunday, May 24, 2026, following his visit to South Africa. The former Anambra State governor disclosed that he met with Mbeki as well as former Botswana President Ian Khama during the trip.
In his post, Obi stated that he also reunited with Fayemi during the occasion. According to him, the former Ekiti governor delivered a keynote address at the Thabo Mbeki Africa Day Lecture held in South Africa.
“During my audience with Mr Mbeki, I also reconnected with my good friend, former Ekiti State Governor, Dr Kayode Fayemi, who delivered a keynote address at the Thabo Mbeki Africa Day lecture,” Obi wrote on X.
The photos quickly generated reactions across social media platforms, with many users commenting on the cordial interaction between Obi and Fayemi.
Some users described the moment as a sign of political maturity and mutual respect among prominent Nigerian political figures, while others speculated about possible political discussions behind the meeting.
Several commenters also praised Obi’s continued engagement with African political leaders, noting that his international meetings continue to attract public attention ahead of the 2027 political season.
The images have continued to trend online, with supporters and critics alike sharing different interpretations of the meeting and the body language displayed in the photographs.
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