Kunle Somorin writes about the controversy surrounding on-going Ake Pavilion project in Abeokuta facilitated by Ogun West ranking Senator, Adeola Olamilekan, which is being politicised by supporters of former Governor of Ogun state, Senator Ibikunle Amosun.
In the bustling heart of Abeokuta, an elderly Egba artisan once remarked, “A pavilion is not just a roof over our heads; it is a symbol of our pride, our unity, and our future.” His words, spoken during the early days of the Ake Pavilion project, resonate deeply today as the controversy surrounding its completion unfolds—a litmus test for leadership, legacy, and the priorities of Ogun State’s political elite.
At the centre of this debate lies the allegation by Senator Ibikunle Amosun’s team that Senator Adeola Olamilekan diverted funds earmarked for the Ake Pavilion project to other initiatives, including a library in Ewang Estate Extension, interestingly also located in Abeokuta.