In a significant development today, peace has been brokered between the Oyo State government and the sacked members of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON). The breakthrough came during a working visit by the Minister of Power, Oloye Adebayo Adelabu, to Governor Seyi Makinde’s office.
Ejes gist news reports that the ex-chairman of the sacked ALGON members, Prince Ayodeji Abass-Aleshinloye, who was removed from office by the governor, was part of the minister’s entourage.
The meeting marked a turning point as Governor Makinde pledged to release the funds owed to the ousted ALGON members immediately.
A source with knowledge of the closed-door meeting revealed that Chief Adelabu played a pivotal role in resolving the crisis, appealing to both the state government and Prince Aleshinloye to embrace peace.
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The intervention occurred at the state secretariat during the minister’s working visit to Governor Makinde earlier today.
During the visit, a light-hearted moment ensued when the governor jokingly remarked upon seeing Aleshinloye in the Executive Chamber. The banter, in which the governor quipped about being reminded of owed funds, elicited laughter from those present.
The closed-door meeting between Chief Adelabu, Governor Makinde, and former ALGON Chairman Prince Abass-Aleshinloye resulted in a commitment from the governor to settle the debt promptly. Prior to the private discussion, key figures from the governor’s office and the minister’s entourage engaged in discussions and exchanged banter.
The resolution of the dispute was further solidified when Governor Makinde, after the meeting, extended a handshake and exchanged pleasantries with Prince Ayodeji Abass-Aleshinloye. The amicable conclusion to the proceedings marks a significant step towards restoring harmony between the state government and the ousted ALGON members.
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This development highlights the importance of dialogue and intervention in resolving political disputes, showcasing the willingness of leaders to prioritize peace for the benefit of the people they serve.
