In a stunning social media revelation that has captured national attention, Isaac Fayose, the younger brother of former Ekiti State governor Ayodele Fayose, has publicly accused his elder sibling of widespread betrayal against family members and political supporters.
Birthday Greeting Turns Accusatory
The controversy erupted on Saturday, November 15, 2025, when Isaac Fayose took to social media to mark his brother's 65th birthday. What began as a celebratory message quickly transformed into a detailed list of grievances against the former governor.
Isaac Fayose alleged that Ayodele Fayose possesses a spirit of selfishness and has demonstrated disregard for everyone who supported his political ambitions, including their own mother. The younger Fayose claimed the former governor failed to invite their mother to his birthday celebration, adding to the growing list of familial disappointments.
Social Media Reactions Pour In
The viral post immediately sparked intense reactions across various social media platforms, with Nigerians divided in their opinions about the public family dispute.
Opeyemi-Abdulhammed Korede Tijani commented: "The fact still remains that he is the one who makes you known and makes your family popular today because of the name 'Fayose'. Calm down and live your life, and let him live his life."
Misbau Alamu Lateef expressed disapproval of the public nature of the conflict: "All I see here is bitterness and self-entitlement. I personally detest family members who come out like this to talk specifically about their family members. What's the business of the PUBLIC in all of these?"
However, Falope Titilayo showed sympathy for Isaac's position: "I almost shed tears; this isn't bitterness but a truth spoken from the heart. We don't know what happened between them, so we can't judge anyone."
Broader Family Conflict Patterns
Several commenters noted that such family disputes are common in Nigerian society. Harry Chen Harrychen remarked: "This thing dey almost every family, but for me I no fit drag my brother online cos one day we go surely make peace."
Engr. Isaiah Adesola suggested a more private resolution: "Na family issues, they will settle for a family meeting. Happy birthday, Osokomole 1"
The incident highlights the complex dynamics of political families in Nigeria, where personal relationships often intersect with public personas and political legacies. The Fayose family, well-known in Ekiti State politics, now finds itself at the center of a very public disagreement that has Nigerians talking about family loyalty, political gratitude, and the appropriateness of airing private matters in public forums.
As the story continues to gain traction online, many are watching to see how the former governor will respond to these serious allegations from his own brother during what should have been a celebratory occasion.
