The National Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Senator Ajibola Basiru has denied fraternising with former Osun Governor Rauf Aregbesola.
Basiru, one of the leading Osun gubernatorial aspirants, in a statement by His campaign’s spokesperson, Prof. Suleiman Ajala, also refuted the claim of bickering and crisis within APC.
He said he never criticised President Bola Tinubu over the recent visit of Governor Ademola Adeleke and his family to the President as reported by a section of the media.
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“Dr. Basiru remains respectful and loyal to President Tinubu and would never be part of any plan to disrespect or denigrate the president.
“Furthermore, Dr. Basiru strongly believes in the core principles of the APC and acknowledges that power comes only from God and through the guidance of the party’s leadership. He maintained a loyal and respectful relationship with President Tinubu for over two decades as a father and mentor.
“Dr. Basiru would never engage in any act, including making overtures, sending emissaries, or building an unholy alliance with Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, who is no longer a member of our party, APC. Dr. Basiru said he has not been in personal or political contact with Aregbesola since 2021.
“Basiru never did and will not do so as a matter of principle and conviction to any person or group with political interest diametrically opposed to that of President Bola Tinubu.”
The APC scribe urged party faithful and supporters to remain focused on serving the party with values of loyalty, humility, and integrity.