Seyi Makinde Declares 2027 Presidential Bid Under APM

Seyi Makinde, the Governor of Oyo State, officially announced his presidential ambition for the 2027 general elections under the All Peoples Movement (APM) during a massive political rally at Mapo Hall in Ibadan. This declaration has sent shockwaves through the Nigerian political landscape.

Makinde expressed his readiness to offer a fresh direction for the country, addressing a crowd of enthusiastic supporters. He is a central figure in significant internal restructuring within the political circles of Oyo State, having aligned with Taminu Turaki's faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

The announcement included a strategic memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the APM, aimed at creating a formidable front against the ruling party in the upcoming elections. The agreement stipulates that candidates from Makinde's faction will contest various seats under the APM ticket, including the Senate, House of Representatives, and State House of Assembly.