Concerned about the political turmoil in Ondo State, the national chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Ganduje, has appointed former Katsina State governor Aminu Bello Masari to lead a nine-member committee to mediate the dispute between state governor Rotimi Akeredolu and his estranged deputy, Lucky Ayedatiwa.
In a statement released in the early hours of Thursday by his press secretary, Edwin Olofu, Ganduje expressed concern that the situation if not quickly attended to, “may lead to further disaffection among party faithful”.
“Therefore, in order to avert the misunderstanding, and after critical observation of the situation, the National Secretariat has decided to wade in, with a view to fostering better understanding that may likely lead to an amicable resolution.
“In the light of the above, the National Chairman of the Party, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, CON, has set up a 9-Man Committee under the able leadership of the erstwhile Governor of Katsina State, His Excellency, Rt Hon Aminu Bello Masari, CFR, to not only intervene, but also see to the peaceful reconciliation of all parties involved”, said Olofu.
The party promised that the committee would engage in constructive dialogue with all stakeholders in the state, with mutual respect, in order to find a permanent solution.
“The National Secretariat urges all parties to remain calm, and extend all the necessary cooperation and support to the Masari-led Committee”.