Former Interior Minister, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, has attributed discord with successor Adegboyega Oyetola to supernatural influence.
Speaking in a gathering organised by his loyal supporters to celebrate his return to the state on Wednesday, Aregbesola blamed the devil for the animosity that arose between them following the Supreme Court victory celebration in July 2019.
He also claimed that malevolent forces successfully allowed the rift to fester, leading to their strained relationship.
Aregbesola said, “In July 2019 after the Supreme Court victory, we were together in this venue where we call on ourselves to be united. I said on that day that I’d concluded my tenure and handed over to the person I preferred but warned that it was left for my successor to be a good person and that I will be the godfather.
“But my statement was misconstrued and the devil took over leading to the rift that lasted four years. I did not request anything from my successor talkless of being denied such a thing but some people just feel envious of our presence. Despite all of these, I seek forgiveness from those who felt offended by some of our actions.
“After this, I will not beg anybody again. We didn’t offend anyone and we don’t believe anyone offended us but it’s possible that they believe we offended them, that’s why we are seeking forgiveness.”
