The Ondo State Government has been hit by a crisis of power and control involving two political appointees of the state Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, reports thegazellenews.com
This medium learnt that two political appointees of the Governor are currently at war over the control of an office space.
On February 24, 2025, the Governor appointed Comrade Surveyor Bola Taiwo as the Special Adviser on Union Matters and Special Duties.
Upon assumption of office, Comrade Taiwo was allocated an official office which he personally renovated and furnished to suit his needs, ensuring a comfortable and functional work environment.
However, months later, the Governor also appointed Hon. Gani Mohamed Ajowa as Special Adviser on Special Duties and Strategy.
Shortly after his appointment, Hon. Gani reportedly laid claim to the same office, insisting it belonged to him during the previous administration and should be returned to him.
The matter escalated dramatically when Hon. Gani allegedly visited the office complex on a Saturday, an unofficial working day, and allegedly broke into the space, evicting Comrade Bola Taiwo without prior notice or any administrative directive from the Governor or other superior authority.
The development, which has since drawn the attention of top government officials, has left the office under lock and key, stalling operations and causing disruptions within that arm of government.
Sources within the Governor’s Office described the situation as “embarrassing and unnecessary,” especially given the already delicate political atmosphere in the state.
Reacting to the controversy, the Ondo Solidarity Forum (OSF), a socio-political group, through its National coordinator Prince Obadofin Ademola, strongly condemned the actions of Hon. Gani Mohamed Ajowa, describing his conduct as “a show of impunity and lack of respect for constituted authority.”
In a statement issued on Monday, the OSF called on Governor Aiyedatiwa to “call Gani Mohamed to order” and restore discipline within the government house.
The group noted that “no individual, regardless of their past influence, should override official protocol or create tension within a system built on structure and hierarchy.”
According to credible insider reports, a discreet investigation has been conducted within the corridors of power.
As of press time, no official statement has been released by the office of the Governor, but insiders say Governor Aiyedatiwa is aware of the situation and may soon take decisive steps to resolve the matter.
