By Ibrahim Kegbegbe
Southwest chieftain of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), Ambassador Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo, has paid a courtesy visit to prominent politician and elder statesman, Engr. Jide Adeniji, at his Abuja residence.
Engr. Adeniji, a seasoned administrator, is a former Chairman of the Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (FERMA) and once served as Chaplain to former President Goodluck Jonathan. He is also a frontline chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Osun State.
During the visit, Ambassador Ajadi described Adeniji as “a man whose wealth of experience and integrity in public service continues to inspire the younger generation of Nigerian leaders.”
“Engr. Adeniji has played a remarkable role in national development, not only through his leadership at FERMA, where he prioritised the rehabilitation of federal roads, but also as a mentor and spiritual guide to leaders, including former President Jonathan. I came here today to pay my respect and to seek his counsel on how we, as politicians, can build a better Nigeria,” Ajadi said.
Ajadi, widely regarded as one of the most vocal NNPP leaders in the Southwest, noted that Nigeria needs bridge-builders across party lines, stressing that collaboration among credible leaders will help restore public confidence in governance.
“Politics should not only be about parties or positions. It should be about people and service. I believe that great Nigerians like Engr. Adeniji should be consulted and celebrated for their contributions to nation-building. We in NNPP value such relationships,” Ajadi added.
In his response, Engr. Adeniji commended Ambassador Ajadi for his visit, describing him as one of the new generation leaders who embody courage, humility, and patriotism.
“I am happy to see young politicians like Ambassador Ajadi who still value mentorship and respect for elders in the political space. Nigeria’s future depends on leaders who are willing to learn, to serve, and to place the interest of the people above personal ambition,” Adeniji said.
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The courtesy visit, which was attended by close associates of both leaders, culminated in prayers for Nigeria’s unity and prosperity.
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Political observers see the meeting as part of ongoing consultations by Ajadi with stakeholders across the country, ahead of what many believe could be a more prominent political role for the NNPP chieftain in the coming years.
