Chance encounter: When Dimeji Bankole met Solomon Adeola

As the city’s elite gathered for the wedding of Folake, the daughter of Chief Alani Bankole, the Apena of Egbaland, a historical event happened. The venue, a grand hall adorned with dazzling chandeliers and vibrant floral arrangements witnessed a historic moment when two of the most-talked-about gubernatorial aspirants in Ogun State, Dimeji Bankole and Senator Solomon Adeola met.

The occasion, with Dimeji Bankole as the half-brother of the bride promised to be not only a celebration of love but also a gathering of political and business heavyweights, who used such events to catch up away from the pressures of their official duties.

It was an interesting episode, where Dimeji Bankole, former Speaker of the House of Representatives, and Senator Solomon Adeola, both men known for their towering presence in Nigerian politics and ambition to rule Ogun State had their first proper face-to-face encounter in years and exhibited a strange trait in Nigerian politics as they hugged and took pictures together.

The duo met with equal warmth, displaying an atmosphere of cordiality and respect. They are both members of the APC with similar interest. The two leaders found common ground in their shared experiences of governance, political maneuvering, and their visions for Ogun State.

There was an unspoken understanding among them and this unusual sight sparked excitement in the hall.

The wedding ceremony witnessed high-profile attendance, Including the Alake of Egbaland, Oba Adedotun Gbadebo, Aminu Tambuwal, Wasiu Eshinlokun and other prominent people.

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