Renowned political commentator Mahdi Shehu has ignited a wave of speculation after sharing a picture of the deposed Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero, in a meeting with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Ezenwo Wike.
Taking to his official X (formerly Twitter) handle, Shehu posted the image alongside a cryptic caption that has left many questioning the underlying significance of the encounter. He wrote:
“YOUR GUESS COULD BE CORRECT: What comes to your mind on seeing this picture? Politics? Justice on the plate? Saving grace away from home? Seeking refuge? How the mighty have fallen? Spirit dancing to the devil? End of the game? Casualty on the way? Another sole administrator?”
The post, loaded with rhetorical intrigue, has sparked intense debate among Nigerians, with many interpreting the meeting in different ways. Some believe it signals a strategic political move, while others see it as a desperate attempt by the deposed Emir to secure his future amid the uncertainty surrounding Kano’s traditional leadership crisis.
Bayero, who was dethroned following the Kano State government’s controversial reinstatement of Emir Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, has remained a central figure in the unfolding saga. His meeting with Wike—a political heavyweight known for his influence and strategic maneuvering—has only added fuel to the fire of speculation.
Is this an attempt to seek federal backing, a legal lifeline, or merely a casual meeting between two prominent figures? As Nigerians continue to dissect the optics of this encounter, one thing remains clear—every political move carries a deeper meaning, and time will reveal the true intentions behind this high-profile meeting.
What do you think? Strategic alliance or a desperate bid for survival?
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