Politics
My final engagement before leaving Capetown for Johannesburg
PETER Obi, frontline presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Party, NDC, has recounted his meeting with President Ian Khama of Botswana and President Thabo Mbeki of South Africa.
He made this in a post on social media, stating:
“I had the privilege of meeting two distinguished former leaders, President Ian Khama of Botswana and President Thabo Mbeki of South Africa*, before departing Cape Town for Johannesburg.”
Said he, “This meeting was an opportunity for me to express my heartfelt appreciation for their positive comments on the recent immigration issues in the region and their continued advocacy for peace and unity among African nations.
“Both Mr Khama and Mr Mbeki continue to hold significant respect across the continent due to their remarkable contributions, both during and after their presidencies.”
During my audience with Mr Mbeki, Obi 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, focusing on the themes of rebuilding unity and revitalising institutions throughout the continent.
“This event was organised by the *Thabo Mbeki Foundation”, he said.
A.I
May 27, 2026
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