Femi Gbajabiamila, the former House of Representatives Speaker and present Chief of Staff to President Bola Tinubu, has unveiled a crucial element underpinning Tinubu’s political ascendancy. At a reception organized for him and other members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Forum, former House of Representatives members, Gbajabiamila disclosed the “secret” to Tinubu’s political success.
In his revelation, Gbajabiamila emphasized the significance of the relationships Tinubu forged with his colleagues during his tenure as a senator in 1992. He highlighted that these alliances played a pivotal role in propelling Tinubu to his current influential position. Expressing gratitude to his former colleagues for the honoring reception, Gbajabiamila pointed out that maintaining these connections is crucial, stating, “We just shouldn’t burn bridges when we leave.”
This insight into Tinubu’s trajectory underscores the enduring influence of strong interpersonal connections in the political sphere, offering a compelling reflection on the essence of nurturing relationships in the pursuit of political stature and influence.
