Makinde Demands Tinubu Account for Governance Before 2027

The Presidential Campaign Organisation of Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has issued a challenge to President Bola Tinubu, urging him to face Nigerians and account for his administration's performance before pursuing a second term in the 2027 presidential election. The campaign organization stated there should be "no second term without accountability," accusing Tinubu of evading direct voter engagement after allegedly failing to fulfill key promises from the 2023 presidential campaign.

This challenge arose following Tinubu's indication that he might not join the All Progressives Congress (APC) campaign team on a nationwide tour, citing a focus on governance. Makinde's campaign, represented by Director of Strategic Communications Richard Ihediwa, argued that a President seeking re-election should be prepared to explain his achievements.

They criticized Tinubu's reluctance to campaign extensively, suggesting it reflects an "absentee and lethargic" presidency and raised concerns about accountability to the electorate.