Ogbomoso, Oyo State, was agog on Thursday as party leaders, supporters and political stakeholders trooped out to welcome Bashorun Akinwale Solomon Akinwole, popularly known as Wolekanle, following his appointment as Chief of Staff to Governor Seyi Makinde.
The reception, held around the Yaku area of Ogbomoso, witnessed a jubilant gathering of political associates and supporters who turned out to welcome their kinsman and his entourage arriving alongside Governor Makinde.
Wolekanle, a grassroots politician from Ogbomoso South Local Government Area, was appointed to the position following the resignation of his predecessor, Otunba Segun Ogunwuyi.
The gathering attracted party leaders, serving council chairmen, the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) governorship candidate and other party members, who described the appointment as a significant development for Ogbomoso and its political landscape.
Some of the party leaders in their remark said Wolekanle’s appointment had changed the political narrative in the ancient town, describing him as a right choice with the experience, grassroots connections and capacity to perform effectively in his new position.
They expressed optimism that his appointment would strengthen Ogbomoso’s representation in the state government and create more opportunities for the community to benefit from the Makinde administration.
The APM zonal leadership also commended Governor Makinde for considering Wolekanle for the strategic position, noting that the appointment would further strengthen the party’s political structure in Ogbomoso.
In his remarks, Bashorun Akinwole expressed appreciation to the party leadership and the people for the confidence reposed in him, promising not to betray their trust.
He assured the people of Ogbomoso that he would work to ensure that the town felt the positive impact of his appointment, while pledging to discharge his responsibilities diligently.
The new Chief of Staff also thanked Governor Makinde for the opportunity to serve, assuring the governor that he would not disappoint him.
Wolekanle’s appointment has generated excitement among his supporters, who see his elevation as an opportunity to strengthen the relationship between Ogbomoso and the state government.
