By KP Reporter
Fresh unease is brewing within Kosofe’s political circles after a comment credited to Oloye Oluwaseun Salami, in which he described the council chairman, Hon. Moyosore Ogunlewe, as “the custodian of our common wealth.”
Salami made the remark while reacting to Ogunlewe’s financial support for a physically challenged resident. While seemingly complimentary, analysts suggest the phrase carried a deeper undertone, hinting at discontent beneath the surface.
“What appeared to be a friendly remark revealed that all is not well among them, regardless of their saccharine smiles,” one political observer noted.
Before and during the last local government elections, Salami was one of Ogunlewe’s most visible allies. At the height of political tension, when a whistleblower raised allegations within Kosofe, Salami openly demanded the individual’s sack and prosecution in defense of the chairman.
His latest remarks, however, have raised questions about a possible shift in loyalty.
Some residents have also seized on the “common wealth” phrase to challenge the council’s record on inclusivity. They argue that most welfare interventions benefit politicians and their allies rather than the ordinary, vulnerable citizens they are meant to serve.
Calls are mounting for the local council to publish a transparent list of program beneficiaries to reassure the public and dispel doubts about favoritism.
As murmurs of disunity grow louder, commentators warn that Kosofe leaders risk letting intra-party rivalries overshadow governance. Stakeholders are urging elected officials to close ranks and refocus on delivering the dividends of democracy.
For now, the “custodian of our common wealth” remark has not only sparked debate but also exposed the fragile unity within Kosofe’s political establishment.
Rift Widens in Kosofe as Stakeholders Question “Custodian of Our Common Wealth” Remark
