Tag: Makinde
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Makinde Assures Rescued Oyo Pupils, Teachers of Full Government Support
By Opeyemi Adelakun Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, on Monday welcomed the pupils and teachers recently rescued after spending 56 days in captivity, assuring them that the state government would provide the support needed to help them recover and return to normal life without disrupting their education or careers. The governor, who received the victims…
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I’m Ready to Sacrifice My Life to Rescue Kidnapped Children — Makinde
By: Sunday Ameh Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, has declared his willingness to sacrifice his life if necessary to secure the release of the schoolchildren and teachers abducted from schools in Oriire Local Government Area of the state. Makinde made the emotional declaration on Tuesday while addressing protesters led by social media activist, Martins…
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Aftermath of Oyo Kidnapping: Makinde Cracks Down On Nighttime Okada Operations
By Omagbemi Sylvester Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has signed Executive Order No. 002 of 2026, imposing restrictions on commercial motorcycle operations across the state as part of broader measures aimed at strengthening security and combating criminal activities. The directive comes amid growing public anxiety over the continued captivity of teachers and pupils abducted…
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Makinde Addresses Nigerians Over Ongoing Efforts To Rescue Abducted Oyo Teachers, Pupils
Ibadan, Oyo State – June 4, 2026 – Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has addressed the nation regarding the ongoing efforts to rescue the teachers and pupils abducted from Yawota and Ahoro-Esinele communities in Oriire Local Government Area. During a critical meeting with a delegation from the Nigerian Air Force (NAF), led by Air…
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Makinde Says Nigerians Will “Show Politicians Pepper” in 2027
By George Omagbemi Sylvester Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has declared that “federal might” and political intimidation will not determine the outcome of the 2027 general elections, expressing confidence that Nigerians are becoming more politically conscious and ready to defend their votes. Makinde made the remarks on May 14, 2026, during the Oyo State Tourism…
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Makinde Reportedly Picks Preferred Successor Ahead of 2027 Oyo Governorship Poll
By George Omagbemi Sylvester Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has reportedly identified former Finance Commissioner Bimbo Adekanmbi as his preferred successor ahead of the 2027 governorship election in the state. The development emerged on May 7, 2026, following weeks of consultations and growing speculation over who the governor would support to succeed him at the…
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Makinde Reportedly Set To Declare For Presidency Under PDP
By George Omagbemi Sylvester Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde is set to declare his presidential ambition, as Tanimu Turaki positions to emerge as chairman of a proposed caretaker committee within the Peoples Democratic Party, deepening internal realignments ahead of the 2027 elections. May 4, 2026 — Sources within the party indicate that Makinde’s declaration is…
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Makinde Rejects Religious Politics Ahead of 2027
By George Omagbemi Sylvester Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has addressed renewed political debates over religious representation in the state’s leadership structure, including claims that no Christian senator has emerged from Oyo since 2015, while warning against attempts to introduce religious identity as the basis for gubernatorial choices. April 29, 2026 — Speaking during a…
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Opposition Heavyweights Converge in Ibadan as Makinde Hosts Strategic Summit
By George Omagbemi Sylvester A significant political convergence is underway in Ibadan as key opposition figures gather for high-level talks that could reshape Nigeria’s political landscape ahead of the 2027 elections. On 25 April 2026, prominent leaders including Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, Rotimi Amaechi, and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar arrived in Oyo State for a…
