•By KAZEEM AWOJOODU, IBADAN
Today marks 18 years since the tragic and politically motivated assassination of Dr. Hon. Chief Olusegun Ishola Moses Akintola Oladimeji, fondly and famously known as Segelu — a respected statesman, lawmaker, and beloved father. His gruesome killing sent shockwaves across the nation and left a deep void in the heart of Oyo State.
Segelu was more than a public servant; he was a symbol of integrity, vision, and selfless leadership. But on that dark day, his life was cut short by the hands of wicked men, whose actions were driven by fear, envy, and political desperation.
As the biological and political son of the late Segelu, Aare Olayinka Segelu Akintola Oladimeji has used this painful anniversary to speak boldly and directly.
In a statement issued by his media aide, Kazeem Awojoodu, Aare Olayinka Segelu said, “I declare with the authority of truth that the killers of my father, their sponsors, and supporters – whether within or outside the political pillars of Oyo State or Nigeria– shall never know peace. The earth itself will rise against them, for the blood of the innocent does not dry without justice.”
Before his untimely death, Segelu had already passed on a sacred mantle to his son, appointing Aare Olayinka as his Legislative Assistant during his tenure in the National Assembly. Together, they worked side by side in Abuja, preparing for a greater future of service.
Since the assassination, Aare Olayinka has faced multiple efforts to suppress and frustrate his political journey. Yet, he has remained unwavering in his resolve to carry forward his father’s legacy and vision.
Today, with renewed conviction and a fearless heart, Aare Olayinka reaffirms his intention to run for the office of Governor of Oyo State. He declared his readiness not only to follow in the progressive path laid by Governor Seyi Makinde, but also to consolidate on the gains achieved, deepen good governance, and build a more prosperous and united Oyo State.
“Though many have tried to block my path, and though threats have come my way, I will not be deterred. I carry the mantle my father placed upon me — not just in name, but in vision, capacity, and purpose. Segelu lives on — in me, in those whose lives he touched, and in the mission we now reignite.”
This press release stands as a declaration of justice, remembrance, and renewal. It is a call to all those who believe in the values Segelu upheld — honesty, service, justice, and unity — to stand with Aare Olayinka as he carries the torch forward.
May the soul of Dr. Hon. Chief Olusegun Ishola Moses Akintola Oladimeji (Segelu) continue to rest in perfect peace.
