In a recent development, former Senate spokesperson, Senator Ajibola Basiru, has expressed his concerns to the former Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, cautioning him against creating unnecessary factions within the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, which could potentially harm the party’s stability.
Senator Basiru addressed his concerns to Aregbesola through a letter titled “Position Paper on the State of the Party in Osun.” He emphasized that dividing the party along factional lines might lead to the loss of political power for the APC in the state.
The former lawmaker highlighted the significance of keeping the APC in power in Osun State, particularly in relation to the presidential aspir
ations of Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, assuming the party eventually decides to zone the candidacy to the South-West region. Basiru pointed out that politics is a marathon, not a sprint, and unity within the party is crucial for achieving their common goals.
In his letter, Senator Basiru emphasized the importance of Osun State within the composition of the APC nationally. He noted that the state is home to key party leaders, including Bisi Akande and Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, who hold influential positions within the party. Furthermore, Basiru underlined that besides Lagos, Osun State could serve as the launch-pad for Asiwaju’s potential presidential candidature if the party’s leadership decides to allocate the presidency to the South-West region.
The former Senate spokesperson appealed to party leaders to set aside their differences and avoid fueling further crises within the APC in Osun State. Instead, he urged them to work towards maintaining a united front, thereby ensuring a collective pursuit of their shared objectives.
These statements from Senator Basiru come at a crucial time for the APC in Osun State, as the party seeks to consolidate its influence and strengthen its chances of securing political power in upcoming elections. The former lawmaker’s plea to Aregbesola serves as a reminder of the need for internal cohesion and stability to maintain the APC’s stronghold in the state.
As the political landscape continues to evolve, it remains to be seen how Aregbesola and other party leaders in Osun State will respond to Senator Basiru’s counsel and whether they will prioritize unity over factional interests. The fate of the APC in the state and its potential impact on the wider political ambitions of Asiwaju Bola Tinubu now lie in the hands of the party’s leadership in Osun State.
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