Bola Ige’s Murder: Akande Suggests Ladoja May Hold Crucial Information
In a bombshell interview, Chief Bisi Akande, former governor of Osun State, has raised new concerns about the unresolved assassination of former Attorney General of the Federation, Chief Bola Ige. Akande pointed the finger at former Oyo State Governor, Rashidi Ladoja, suggesting that he might hold vital information about Ige’s death.
The interview, conducted by renowned broadcaster Edmund Obilo in Ibadan and released over the weekend, saw Akande lament the untimely deaths of key figures such as Lam Adesina, the former Oyo State governor, who might have been able to shed more light on the case. Akande, who was Chief Security Officer of Osun State at the time of the murder, recounted that Adesina had pursued the matter in court, only for Ladoja, Adesina’s successor, to withdraw the case. Akande urged the public to question Ladoja, believing he holds crucial answers.
Bola Ige’s Murder: Akande Suggests Ladoja May Hold Crucial Information
Akande made it clear that he believes Ladoja may know more about Ige’s assassination, stating, “Ask Ladoja, he would know more about Bola Ige’s death.” The tragic murder of Ige, who was killed on December 23, 2001, at his Ibadan residence, has remained a source of controversy, with many questioning the political motivations behind the killing.
In his interview, Akande revealed that although many pivotal figures who were once close to the investigation are now deceased, there is still much more to the story that remains untold. Akande, however, expressed regret that the true story may never fully come to light, as those with vital information, including Lam Adesina, are no longer around to testify.
Political Conspiracy? Akande Opens Up on Bola Ige’s Assassination and Obasanjo’s Role
The former governor also spoke candidly about Ige’s political career, touching on his shift from the opposition Alliance for Democracy (AD) to Obasanjo’s government. Akande disclosed that Ige had once considered resigning from Obasanjo’s cabinet, which he feared could be a “kiss of death.” However, the political decision to join the government was not his alone, but a collective choice made by Afenifere and the AD leadership.
Akande further alleged that Ige’s assassination was politically motivated, stating, “He was killed in anticipation of what he might become in the future. It was a state murder. The government killed him. The government can kill anybody.” He also suggested that the Obasanjo administration had little interest in solving Ige’s murder, prioritizing political stability over justice for the slain minister.
Unanswered Questions: Akande Says Ladoja Withdrew Case on Ige’s Murder, May Know More
Akande’s comments cast a long shadow over the unresolved murder case, with his claim that Rashidi Ladoja withdrew the case from court during his tenure as Oyo State governor. Despite repeated attempts to seek a response from Ladoja’s camp, his media aide has yet to provide a comment on Akande’s accusations.
Meanwhile, former President Olusegun Obasanjo’s media representative, Kehinde Akinyemi, has remained silent on the matter. As the search for answers continues, many are left wondering whether the true story behind Bola Ige’s assassination will ever be fully revealed.
