In a bid to quell the escalating political tensions in Ondo State, President Bola Tinubu has intervened in the ongoing feud between Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu and his deputy, Lucky Aiyedatiwa.
The move comes after prominent elders and traditional rulers in the state appealed to President Tinubu, seeking his influence to prevent a potential crisis.
Responding to the urgent call from leaders of thought in the South West state, President Tinubu has summoned members of the Ondo State Assembly to Abuja for a crucial meeting on Friday. The decision underscores the gravity of the situation and the need for a swift resolution.
Confirming the upcoming meeting, Ondo Speaker, Oladiji Olamide, shared insights into the agenda. He emphasized that the assembly’s intention is not to declare Governor Akeredolu incapacitated but to formally designate Lucky Aiyedatiwa as Acting Governor. This distinction aims to dispel any misconceptions about the state of Governor Akeredolu’s health.
The scheduled Friday plenary holds significant implications for Ondo State’s political landscape. The outcome of the meeting with President Tinubu will shape the assembly’s next course of action, potentially paving the way for a smoother transition of power.
However, the political landscape in Ondo State is complex, with the Assembly currently divided. Eleven lawmakers have aligned themselves with Deputy Governor Aiyedatiwa, and reports suggest external forces are influencing this stance. This development has disrupted the legislative schedule, with a Friday sitting allegedly postponed by the 11 lawmakers.
An anonymous lawmaker revealed that the delay in the sitting is part of a broader strategy hatched in Abuja. The plan reportedly involves the 11 lawmakers declaring Governor Akeredolu incapacitated and subsequently installing Deputy Governor Aiyedatiwa as the new Governor.
As the state awaits the outcome of the crucial meeting between President Tinubu and the Ondo State Assembly, the political dynamics in Ondo State remain fluid. The careful orchestration of events and the involvement of external forces underscore the high stakes involved in this unfolding political drama.
The nation watches, holding its breath, as Ondo State navigates through this critical juncture in its political history.
