First of all, the meeting we discussed was for Offa indigenes ; an Offa Strategic Meeting. It is perfectly okay and understandable to cite real situations or examples that will boost morale, encourage Offa people to engage locally in politics, come home to vote, and bring their children home , all for the sake of building capacity.
However, we must channel our energy into better things. What we need now are strategies that will move us forward, not endless banter that wastes time and robs us of opportunities to collaborate for growth.
Let us put a stop to unnecessary bitter politics and inhuman practices that divide us. As Senator Ashiru rightly noted, whether we like it or not, the Ibolo - Offa bloc controls about 40% of Kwara South’s votes. That is a serious reality we cannot afford to ignore.
I was surprised that the chairmen were not asked to apologize when they openly declared support for Kwara North, at a time when Kwara South is at the peak of bleeding and insecurity. Yet, we would rather demand apologies from someone simply encouraging his people. Like it or not, he currently represents us.
We should be focusing on what will unite and strengthen us, not on distractions that tear us apart. What real value does this obsession with apology bring? We seem to enjoy banter so much that we are misplacing our priorities.
Your voice not being heard is understandable, but playing the devil’s advocate will not guarantee that it will be heard either.
Let us think deeply, stay focused, and work for unity. Wishing us a productive week ahead.
– A.S. Omole
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