The rift between Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun and former Governor Ibikunle Amosun reached a boiling point at a public function in Ijebuland, igniting a dramatic showdown witnessed by attendees.
News men report that the longstanding rift contined during the installation ceremony of Asiwaju Sulaiman Adegunwa and his wife Hajia Fatima, this left no doubt about the strained relationship between the political heavyweights.
During the event, Governor Abiodun’s arrival stirred controversy as he bypassed former Governor Amosun and Gbenga Daniel to greet other dignitaries, sparking immediate tension.
Sources revealed to that Governor Abiodun, feeling slighted by Amosun’s perceived lack of respect, ignored him.
This wasn’t the first instance of friction between Abiodun and Amosun, as a similar incident reportedly occurred at Ago-Iwoye during an event attended by Alex Onabanjo.
Governor Abiodun was reported to have remained in his vehicle, even after former Governor Osoba’s attempts to persuade him, hinted at underlying tensions exacerbated by the presence of Gbenga Daniel, a close associate of Onabanjo.
While the exact cause of the clash remains unconfirmed, speculations suggest that personal relationships and political allegiances may have fueled the discord between the two leaders.
