December 13, 2024
By Ayinde Adeleke
Senator Olamilekan Adeola, also known as Yayi, has responded to criticism from concern Yorubas, groups who are unhappy about him awarding projects in Yoruba territory to an Igbo contractor.
According to Senator Yayi, “the contractors’ tribe is inconsequential, only the quality of projects delivered matters”.
In response to the concern citizens disquiet, Senator Yayi’s through his SA on New Media, Olalekan, also known as Ola of Ogun, stated that “the contractors’ tribe is inconsequential, only the quality of projects delivered matters”.
However, this response has done little to quell the outrage, with many arguing that the senator’s decision is a slap in the face to the very people he is supposed to represent.
As one concern citizen noted, “Senator Yayi’s actions are a clear example of how our leaders prioritize their own interests over the needs of their constituents”.
Another added, “It’s unacceptable that Senator Yayi would award contracts to non-indigenous contractors while our own people are struggling to make ends meet”.
The controversy has also raised questions about Senator Yayi’s commitment to transparency and accountability.
As a legislator, he has a responsibility to ensure that projects are awarded in a fair and transparent manner.
However, his decision to award contracts to an Igbo contractor has raised concerns about his judgment and priorities.
Senator Yayi’s decision to award Ogun projects to an Igbo contractor has sparked outrage among Yoruba groups and indigenous people of Ogun state.
The controversy has raised questions about the senator’s commitment to transparency and accountability, and his priorities as a legislator.
However, He has described the people’s narrative as “mischievous” and “exposing their naivety”.
He also emphasized that as a legislator, it is not his responsibility to award contracts to contractors.
He noted that his primary concern is facilitating projects on behalf of Ogun West people, ensuring that the projects are delivered to specifications and standards for the betterment of the people.
He believes that those spinning “outlandish claims” are trying to set the people against themselves and not the senator.
The senator’s spokesperson, Olalekan, emphasized that Senator Adeola’s continuous efforts at rehabilitating and reconstructing inner roads, building schools, primary health centers, ICT centers, and other projects, are what truly matter.
