Tag: Makinde
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2027: Makinde’s Camp Names 12 States, FCT As Targets To Defeat Tinubu
By Paul Joseph The campaign organisation promoting Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde for the 2027 presidential election has identified 12 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) as areas where it believes the governor can defeat President Bola Tinubu. The organisation, which is backing Makinde under the platform of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM), listed…
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Why I Regret Supporting Tinubu In 2023 — Makinde
By Opeyemi Adelakun Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has expressed regret over his support for President Bola Tinubu in the 2023 presidential election, saying the alliance failed to deliver the national unity, fairness and competent leadership he had expected. Makinde made the disclosure during a live radio interview in Ibadan on Sunday, while explaining why…
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Makinde, Obi Offer One-Term Presidency as Tinubu Faces Record Test
By George Omagbemi ABUJA — October 11, 2026. As Nigeria moves closer to the 2027 presidential election, Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde and former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi have placed a four-year presidency at the centre of their political promises, presenting a single-term commitment as part of their appeal to voters. Makinde, the presidential…
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Makinde Urges Nigerians to Unite Above Religious and Ethnic Differences
By George Omagbemi Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has urged Nigerians to remain united and committed to nation-building despite the challenges confronting the country. Makinde made the call during Nigeria’s 66th Independence Anniversary celebration held at the Lekan Salami Sports Complex, Adamasingba, Ibadan, where he was represented by his Deputy, Bayo Lawal. The governor said…
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Makinde, APM And The Search For A United Opposition Ahead Of 2027
By Opeyemi Adelakun Nigeria’s 2027 presidential race is gradually moving beyond early declarations and political consultations into a more structured phase, with opposition figures exploring different platforms, alliances and strategies ahead of the election. Among the developments attracting attention is the emergence of Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde as the presidential candidate of the Allied…
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Tinubu’s 21-Day Absence: Makinde, ADC, Sowore Demand Answers
By George Omagbemi President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s extended stay abroad has triggered fresh political and constitutional debate, with Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and AAC presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore questioning why presidential powers were not formally transmitted to Vice President Kashim Shettima. Tinubu left Nigeria on August 30, 2026, for…
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Makinde Denies Receiving Tinubu’s ₦50bn For Ibadan Airport
By Paul Joseph Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has challenged the claim that President Bola Tinubu’s administration released ₦50 billion to the state for the upgrade of the Ladoke Akintola International Airport, Ibadan. Makinde said no such federal allocation was given to him or the Oyo State Government, insisting that the airport rehabilitation project is…
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Makinde Enforces Anti-Open Grazing as Authority Impounds 10 Cows for illegal Grazing in Ibadan
The Oyo State Rule of Law Enforcement Authority (OYRLEA) has impounded 10 cows in the Arola area of Apete, Ibadan, following reports of illegal open grazing and environmental nuisance. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the authority’s Chairperson, Honourable Justice Aderonke Aderemi (retd.), confirmed that the operation was conducted alongside security personnel in response to…
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Makinde Rejects Fuel Subsidy Return, Seeks Cheaper Petrol for Nigerians
By George Omagbemi Seyi Makinde, presidential candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) and Governor of Oyo State, has rejected calls for the return of petrol subsidy, saying the focus should instead be on developing a fairer pricing framework that will make fuel more affordable for Nigerians. Makinde spoke on Monday, September 7, 2026, during…
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Makinde Hails Adeleke’s Osun Victory, Says Voters Have Spoken
By Opeyemi Adelakun Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has congratulated Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke on his re-election, saying the outcome of Saturday’s governorship poll reflected the choice of the electorate. Makinde, in a message posted on his verified X account on Sunday, described Adeleke as his brother and said his return to office followed…
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Stop Attacking My Record, Tell Oyo Voters Your Plans – Makinde Challenges 2027 Aspirants
By Opeyemi Adelakun Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has challenged politicians seeking to succeed him in 2027 to stop dwelling on his administration’s shortcomings and explain how they would govern the state differently. Makinde, who spoke at a programme in Ibadan on Monday, stressed that he would not be on the ballot in the next…
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Makinde to Hand Over To Deputy As Oyo Assembly Approves Annual Leave
By Opeyemi Adelakun Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, will temporarily transfer executive responsibilities to his deputy, Bayo Lawal, after the State House of Assembly approved his request to embark on annual leave. The approval was granted during Thursday’s plenary after lawmakers considered a formal communication from the governor, submitted in line with constitutional provisions requiring…