Seyi Makinde's 2027 Presidential Bid Seen as Strategic Move

Governor Seyi Makinde, who governs Oyo State, is the 2027 presidential candidate of the Allied People Movement (APM). Political analyst Omotayo Yusuf stated in an interview that Makinde's decision to run is more about testing the waters for future opportunities than a genuine attempt to win the presidency.

Yusuf expressed that while Makinde projects confidence, the reality is that he is unlikely to win in his first attempt, a sentiment shared by many observers. He noted that Nigerian political history indicates that presidential victories rarely occur on a candidate's first outing, although there are exceptions.

Yusuf emphasized that Makinde's current campaign is about early exposure and persistence, which could build a viable path for a future presidential run, possibly in the next 12 years. Makinde has indicated that his campaign will focus on energy and addressing the country's challenges, subtly challenging the incumbent President Tinubu.