Obasanjo , the big masquerade of my re – election - Amosun

Ogun State Governor Ibikunle Amosun has acknowledged the immense role
of ex – President Olusegun Obasanjo in his re – election success .
Amosun who was appreciating the people of the state for their support
that ensured the success of his first term tenure as well as the re –
election at the polls last April 11 , described Obasanjo as the “ big
masquerade ” whose support brought much goodwill to him( Amosun) .
The Governor spoke while addressing thousands of supporters at the MKO
Abiola International stadium , Abeokuta, shortly after his inauguration for
another round of four years .
He said Obasanjo deserved a special mention and commendation.
Obasanjo whose name elicited deafening ovation when Amosun mentioned
him for commendation, was not at the stadium but his wife , Mrs Bola
Obasanjo , was in attendance .
Amosun said : ” but , as Yoruba use to say , that Egun Nla lo n gbe yin Igbale
( the big masquerade is the last at the shrine ) let me specially appreciated
our Baba , former President , Baba Olusegun Obasanjo ” he could not
finished his remarks before the crowd went into frenzy .
“ He could not be here , because he is in Abuja , but , we have his wife ; our
mother with us here . I say you are recognized Mama . ”
The political relationship between Obasanjo and Amosun was rekindled
following what the former President openly admitted as the Governor ’ s
impressive performance in the areas of infrastural development , urban
renewal , palpable security, clean and safer environment of Ogun state
Also , the Director General of the Sen . Ibikunle Amosun Campaign
Organization during the 2015 electioneering period, Chief Bode Mustapha,
lauded Obasanjo for the Amosun re – election .
“ In Yorubaland , we always respect and appreciate elders who stand and
hold on to the truth . Despite being in different political party , Baba never
hidden his admiration for the wonderful performance of the governor.
“ He is not sentimental about the positive rebuilding mission in the state ,
and that is Obasanjo for you . So , for the people of Ogun state to have
given him that cheers , it is a lesson for all that there is always reward for
everything , ” Mustapha said .