A few weeks ago, we were wrapped in the joy and excitement of the Ileya festivities. Like millions of Nigerians, people travelled from different parts of the world to reconnect with family, friends, and familiar places. Mine was Abeokuta, and as always, it was a memorable homecoming.
The day after the celebration, I found myself at a popular relaxation spot, soaking in the atmosphere that accompanies festive periods in Ogun State. At a nearby table sat five middle-aged men engrossed in a passionate discussion about the politics of the state while downing their booze. Their conversation traversed administrations, personalities, victories, betrayals, and political intrigues from the return of democracy in 1999 to the present day. As is often the case in such settings, verifiable facts blended freely with beer-parlour folklore. Some defended their preferred political leaders with near-religious devotion, while others dismissed certain administrations with equal fervour.
What struck me
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