The lawmaker representing the Obokun/Oriade Federal Constituency of Osun State in the House of Representatives, Mr Oluwole Oke, has advised the former governor of the state, Rauf Aregbesola, to “go and beg, prostrate, and make peace” with President Bola Tinubu.

He said this amid political tensions in Osun following the exit from the All Progressives Congress (APC) by the Omoluabi Progressives supported by Aregbesola.

The group’s exit is believed to be the result of conflicts between Aregbesola and his successor, ex-governor Adegboyega Oyetola.

In a social media post, Oke, a member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), said a reconciliation between both men would benefit the APC.

He, however, urged the PDP to capitalise on the crack in the APC for its own gain.

Oke wrote: “Egbon Rauf ‘Soji Aregbesola, former governor of Osun State and Minister of Interior, is an enigma – a grassroots mobilizer, singer, and dancer. He is a major force and a BRIDE in Osun politics, whether we admit it or not.”

He further described Aregbesola as a “bride” in Osun politics, stating, “The PDP must act fast, pay the necessary dowry, and bring this ‘bride’ into their fold. Symbol, as he is popularly known, is not someone you let wander.”

Reflecting on Aregbesola’s time as governor, Oke continued: “Even though I wasn’t in Aregbesola’s party – AC, ACN, or APC – I still won my elections. The secret? The great people of Ijesa North. In the Ife/Ijesa Senatorial District, Ogbeni can still pull a minimum of 20,000 votes. In Ijesa North and Ijesa South, Ogbeni’s influence is undeniable.”

Stressing Aregbesola’s importance, Oke said any politician who can invite 10 to 20 people to a meeting, feed them, and provide them with a token afterwards should not be ignored.