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Is Governor Sanwo-olu Answerable To Aregbesola?

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Sanwo-olu's continued alignment with Aregbesola still holds strong influence in Lagos politics. The enduring partnership between Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-olu, and former Osun State Governor and immediate past Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, remains a significant force disrupting Lagos political landscape. Recent developments surrounding the appointment of commissioners-designate to the Lagos State House of Assembly underscore the substantial impact of their alliance. The emergence of candidates from the BATCO Mandate Group, an offshoot of the formerly banned mandate group led by Aregbesola's confidant, Alhaji Abdullahi Enilolobo, in the list of potential commissioners highlights the depth of their involvement. Investigations reveal that Aregbesola has been orchestrating influential decisions, particularly within Alimosho Local Government and beyond. Despite directives from the Governor's Advisory Council (GAC) for Local Government GAC members to pr