Governor Seyi Makinde has commenced his official holiday with a significant gesture aimed at fostering unity and peace in Oyo State. On his first day of vacation, Governor Makinde visited former Governor Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, the Otun Olubadan of Ibadanland.
According to a social media post by Alhaji Akeem Azeez, Governor Makinde’s Personal Assistant, the visit underscores the governor’s dedication to maintaining harmony within the state. The post highlighted that the visit reflects the governor’s commitment to peace and his intention to work collaboratively with all key stakeholders in the state.
Azeez’s post read: “Yesterday, as GSM officially started his official holiday, he paid a courtesy visit to Elder statesman and Otun Olubadan of Ibadanland, Former Governor Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, who has also expressed his readiness to wear the beaded crown.”
Azeez further commented on the visit’s broader implications, addressing rumors of potential discord between the two leaders. He emphasized that the interaction is a clear indication of their joint effort to maintain a peaceful and cooperative relationship, countering any speculation about possible unrest.
“I’m wondering what people who have been raising specter of violence on their timelines will write about again,” Azeez remarked. “We all need peace to move the state forward, and that is what the two leaders are working towards.”
The visit is seen as a strategic move by Governor Makinde to reinforce a message of unity and stability in Oyo State, highlighting a collaborative approach to governance and leadership.
