Kwara: Saraki tips daughter for 2011 gov race?
Yekini Jimoh, Ilorin - 20.04.2009

SECOND Republic Senate Leader and leader of the Northern Union, Dr. Olusola Saraki, may have put his daughter, Senator Gbemisola Saraki, in the race for the 2011 governorship election in the state.


Dr. Saraki was said to have indicated this to his supporters in Ilorin a few weeks ago. According to sources, Dr. Saraki had stated that in the next two months, he would disclose the governorship candidate of his own party.


It was gathered that Dr. Saraki, some weeks ago, with his political supporters, paid a courtesy call on the Emir of Ilorin, Alhaji Sulu Gambari, where a closed door meeting was held.


Although, the purpose and the outcome of the meeting were not disclosed, sources said it might not be unconnected with the ambition of the former Senate Leader to bring his daughter into the race.


Already, the picture of the incumbent governor, Dr. Bukola Saraki, on a billboard on the Olorunshogo campaign ground of Dr. Olusola Saraki has been replaced with that of Senator Gbemisola Saraki.


When contacted on the development, Senior Special Adviser on Media to Governor Saraki, Mr. Biliaminu Daramola, said it was only a rumour.


He described Dr. Olusola Saraki as a father and political leader who would always protect the interests of the people.


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