Gov Abiola Ajimobi, Alao Akala In Reconciliation Moves

Information filtering in revealed that Governor of Oyo state, Abiola Ajimobi and one of the fierce contenders for his position, Otunba Adebayo Alao Akala are brokering a reconciliation of sort.

Akala, the man Ajimobi triumphed to become Governor of Oyo state attempted a return to office on the platform of the Labour Party.

He decamped from the People’s Democratic Party when national leaders of the backed Teslim Folarin to pick the gubernatorial ticket.

Akala proved to have better electoral value in the course of campaign and based on standing after the election that got Ajimobi re elected.

Sources confirmed that it is the potentials in the electoral value of Akala that has made Ajimobi seeking supports from all corners to move the state forward to ‘reach out to him’.

Informants claim Akala was receptive to the approach and talks on modalities towards ensuring a mutually beneficiary relationship on.

Appointments of proteges into government positions and related patronage is being bandied for Akala, while Ajimobi enjoys the luxury of the ex governor’s political backings and related perks.

Insiders further claim a quiet meeting or two between the duo has been held to boost confidence in the arrangement.

‘The election is over…they are both putting personal differences aside and seek to work together in moving the state forward…and I think they should be applauded for it’ A source who should know observed.