By Abaire Bisola
Oluwole Oke, the lawmaker representing Obokun/Oriade Federal Constituency in Osun State, has advised former Governor Rauf Aregbesola to reconcile with President Bola Tinubu.
In a social media post on Sunday, Oke urged Aregbesola to set aside differences and seek peace with his former political ally.
Oke’s call comes amid heightened political tensions in Osun, particularly following the decision of Aregbesola’s faction, the Omoluabi Progressives, to break away from the All Progressives Congress (APC).
The split is linked to longstanding disagreements with the mainstream APC, fueled by Aregbesola’s feud with his successor, Adegboyega Oyetola, and reports of a fallout with Tinubu.
“If I were in his shoes, I would go and beg, prostrate, and make peace with my principal, PBAT [President Bola Ahmed Tinubu],” Oke stated, emphasizing that reconciliation is more beneficial than prolonged conflicts.
Acknowledging Aregbesola’s significant political influence, Oke also suggested that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) could take advantage of the APC’s internal discord.
He described Aregbesola as a political “bride” in Osun and urged the PDP to act decisively if they hope to win him over.
Despite the ongoing rift, Oke predicted that Aregbesola will remain a key figure in Osun politics, regardless of his political alignment.
