Minister O'Brien also says he doesn't agree with Mr Ahern's comments on immigration.
A Fianna Fail Cabinet Minister is insisting Bertie Ahern is a man "who brings people together".
It comes after the former Taoiseach was recorded, without his knowledge, saying he has concerns about future generations of Africans in Ireland.
Speaking in Tullamore today, Darragh O'Brien says he doesn't agree with the comments.
However he thinks what was said doesn't represent Mr Ahern:
Offaly Gardai Appeal For Public's Help On Robbery
The incident happened in the early hours of this morning in Clonmacnoise between midnight and 1 am.
Offaly Rep Criticises Government Councillors Over Hospice Dispute
According to Fergus McDonnell, €312k will be returned to the Offaly Hospice Committee.
"An Amazing Expierence" - Accelerate Green Alumni Pay Tribute To BnM Programme
Business leaders in the renewable space are recounting their experience.
Laois And Offaly Ranked In Top 10 Most Competitive Gaming Counties
Laois is seen as the third highest nationally.
Offaly Cigarette Seizure Leads To €100k Drug Discovery
Gardaí in Edenderry searched two premises yesterday.
Energy Minister Wants Tax Cuts Over Energy Credits
Darragh O'Brien would prefer the measure over universal energy credits.
Midlands 103 Retains Region's Biggest Audience
Weekly Listenership Steady At 109,000 Adults
Emergency Services Attend Scene Of Offaly Crash
The incident took place at 9:30pm last night.
Offaly TD Distances Himself From Bertie Ahern Immigration Remarks
The former Taoiseach was recorded saying there were “too many” immigrants coming into the country.
Tickets Now On Sale For 2026 National Ploughing Championships In Offaly
This year's event will be held in Screggan.
Gardai Warn Midlands Festival Goers Of Fake Tickets
Laois/Offaly Gardai say a recent investigation in the region found two people buying fake tickets on social media.
Irish Rail To Provide Extra Services For Leinster Final
Westmeath supporters will be able to avail from extra trains from Mullingar and Athlone.
Retiring Midlands Rugby Star Converts Sports Centre Planning Application
Jack Carty and Fergal Hynes are looking to build a new padel court centre.
Gardai Locate Missing Westmeath Woman
Robyn Breen had been missing since Tuesday.
Victims Name Attackers In Double Attempted Murder Trial Involving Offaly Brothers
Patrick and John Pio Ward also face charges relating to firearm possession and public disorder.
Protocol To Locate Missing People With Dementia To Be Supported By HSE And Gardaí
The announcement came today at the International Dementia Conference.
Offaly TD Likens Peat Policy To A Mercosur-Style Approach
Over 370,000 tonnes of peat was exported into Ireland last year.
Laois TD Raises Privacy Concerns Over Expanded Use Of Public Services Card As ID
Willie Aird is raising concerns over the system being overextended, creating privacy risks.
Over €1m Worth Of Illegal Cigarettes Seized In Offaly
Investigations are ongoing.
Public Invited To Shape Future Of Midlands Rivers
A Public Consultation is being held later this month for River Suir and Barrow.
