Sylvia Blyden Responds to Speculation Over First Lady’s Birthday Wish Rumours

Prominent opposition politician and journalist Sylvia Olayinka Blyden has addressed public speculation about her relationship with First Lady Fatima Bio, following confusion over this year’s birthday greetings.
In an exclusive interview with Truth Media, Blyden clarified that, contrary to rumours, the First Lady did extend birthday wishes to her albeit privately, rather than publicly as in previous years.
“The First Lady was even the first person to wish me on my birthday, but she did it privately this time. We had fun on the phone, and I even told her about my upcoming meeting with female parliamentarians in Trinidad and Tobago,” Blyden said.
Since reconciling in 2022, the First Lady had consistently sent public birthday messages to Blyden. This year’s private approach, however, sparked speculation of a rift between the two women. Blyden dismissed such claims, noting her understanding of the First Lady’s position.