Tuesday, 01 September 2020 05:07

Ondo former SSG makes u-turn, returns to Akeredolu’s camp

Rate this item
(0 votes)

Former Secretary to Ondo State Government, Mr Ifedayo Abegunde has made a u-turn on his political stand, as he reunites with the state governor, Mr Rotimi Akeredolu.

Abegunde had shortly before the governorship primary election of All Progressive Congress (APC) resigned his appointment as SSG and teamed up with another governorship aspirant, Mr Segun Abraham.

However, Abraham later stepped down for Akeredolu in the primary election, a development which caused serious confusion in Abegunde’s camp.

Abegunde was quoted to have alleged that Akeredolu did not win the 2016 election, but some individuals including himself allegedly rigged the election in his favour.

Irked by the statement credited to Abegunde, the Governor challenged him openly and called on security agencies to investigate Abegunde.

This is even as Akeredolu threatened to institute legal action against Abegunde.

But, it was gathered that the former SSG and Akeredolu have sheath their swords and the two have agreed to work together for the victory of APC in the October 10 governorship election.

The former SSG, was prevailed upon by some political leaders in the state and he was said to have agreed to work for Akeredolu.

Abegunde was sighted at the governmemt house on Sunday, where he was said to have attended a political meeting with the Governor and some of his close associates.

A source said the reconciliation was made possible by a group of politicians from Owo, home town of Akeredolu.

Abegunde had accused Akeredolu of giving contracts to his cronies, alleging that he was not given proper recognition and not allowed to function well in his capacity as SSG.

 

Sun

May 01, 2024

How to be the kind of good boss people actually like

One common type of good boss really sticks out from the rest, says workplace culture…
May 01, 2024

Overwhelming majority of Nigerians have lost confidence in INEC, survey reveals

Yiaga Africa, a prominent election observation group, reveals in its latest report that only 23…
April 27, 2024

Adults are sharing the things they are no longer interested in now that they're older

It's natural for our preferences to change as we get older. So when asked, "What…
April 13, 2024

A new camera can undress people almost in real time—to send a message about AI

Nuca, a new deepfake camera, is an art project that shows how artificial intelligence can…
May 01, 2024

Gunmen abduct 4 residents in fresh attack on Abuja community

Gunmen struck the Bmuko Community in the Dutse Baupma area of the Bwari Area Council,…
May 01, 2024

Here’s the latest as Israel-Hamas war enters Day 208

The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) and Hamas Brigade al-Qassam have reported multiple incidents in the…
May 01, 2024

Wellspring Consulting proposes cybersecurity investment to boost Nigeria's economy

In a bid to rescue Nigeria from its economic challenges, Wellspring Consulting advocates for significant…
April 30, 2024

Finidi George is new Head Coach for Super Eagles

Former Nigerian winger Finidi George has been appointed as the head coach of the national…

NEWSSCROLL TEAM: 'Sina Kawonise: Publisher/Editor-in-Chief; Prof Wale Are Olaitan: Editorial Consultant; Femi Kawonise: Head, Production & Administration; Afolabi Ajibola: IT Manager;
Contact Us: [email protected] Tel/WhatsApp: +234 811 395 4049

Copyright © 2015 - 2024 NewsScroll. All rights reserved.