Seyi Makinde
NigeriapoliticianMaleb. 19707.5Global Dominance: 0.01%Seyi Makinde is the Governor of Oyo State and a supporter of Nyesom Wike's faction in the PDP, involved in the ongoing power struggles affecting the party's unity.
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Seyi Makinde, the Oyo State Governor, stated he would not become a political godfather to his successor after leaving office in 2027.
I Won't Be Political Godfather to My SuccessorNigeria· 2026-08-10Seyi Makinde, the Oyo State Governor, has called for continued religious harmony in the state as he marked Hijrah 1448/2026 with Muslim faithful.
Oyo religious harmony: Makinde celebrates Hijrah 1448/2026Nigeria· 2026-08-10
Seyi Makinde has criticised the economic policies of the All Progressives Congress-led administration under President Bola Tinubu.
Makinde Knocks Tinubu's Economic Reforms, Rallies Support foNigeria· 2026-08-03
Seyi Makinde is the Oyo State Governor and the most suitable presidential candidate for the opposition coalition in the 2027 general elections.
Makinde Best Opposition Presidential Candidate for 2027, SayNigeria· 2026-08-03
Seyi Makinde is the Oyo State Governor and Presidential Candidate of the Allied People’s Movement.
Makinde to Unveil APM Presidential Campaign Council FridayNigeria· 2026-07-29
Governor Seyi Makinde was commended for his administration’s sustained investment in road infrastructure.
Oyo Road Projects: Monarchs, Chairmen Hail MakindeNigeria· 2026-07-28
Governor Seyi Makinde had confirmed that the aircraft arrived in Nigeria and were undergoing reassembly.
Oyo State Receives Two Surveillance Aircraft for SecurityNigeria· 2026-07-28
Seyi Makinde is the Governor of Oyo State and has emerged as the presidential candidate of the APM.
Opposition Unity Crumbles Ahead of 2027 ElectionsNigeria· 2026-07-27
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State is described as the rallying point for Nigerians seeking a new Nigeria ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Nigerians accept him as Tinubu's alternative -Nigeria· 2026-07-26
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, paid glowing tribute to his late father at a memorial service.
Seyi Makinde remembers father at 14th memorial serviceNigeria· 2026-07-26
Seyi Makinde is the Governor of Oyo State and has been accused of abandoning the PDP.
Wike-PDP Faction Takes Over Oyo Secretariat After Court RuliNigeria· 2026-07-24
Oyo state governor Seyi Makinde said 'our priority now is to ensure they are reunited with their families'.
Nigeria kidnapping: Nearly 50 abducted pupils and teachers rescued
New Zealand· 2026-07-11
Seyi Makinde is the Oyo State Governor who backed the PDP national convention that was nullified by the Supreme Court.
PDP Factions Clash Over 2027 Election Nomination FormsNigeria· 2026-07-03
Governor Seyi Makinde’s decision to commence the Contributory Pension Scheme in Oyo State is a welcome policy shift that deserves applause.
A Model for Other StatesNigeria· 2026-07-03
Seyi Makinde is the Oyo State Governor praised for his exemplary leadership in resolving the dispute.
FG hails dialogue, learning rNigeria· 2026-07-02
Seyi Makinde is the Governor of Oyo State who has been called upon to implement the ASUU agreement.
ASUU Threatens Strikes in Oyo, Kwara, Enugu Over Pay DealNigeria· 2026-06-30
The Supreme Court ruling was supported by Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde.
Crisis Hits Parties as INEC Portal OpensNigeria· 2026-06-30
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State said the inauguration marked a significant milestone in restoring one of the most iconic hospitality landmarks in Nigeria.
Tinubu Vows Safe Return of Abducted Oyo Teachers, PupilsNigeria· 2026-06-26
Governor Seyi Makinde has continued to transform Ibadan through infrastructure development and policies.
Leave Olubadan Out of PoliticsNigeria· 2026-06-23
The demonstration, which later led to a meeting with Seyi Makinde, has renewed public conversations about insecurity.
Renewed Focus on Abducted Oyo PupilsNigeria· 2026-06-23
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde was urged to caution Sunday Igboho regarding his remarks about the Fulani community.
Sunday Igboho Defends Actions Amid Anarchy WarningsNigeria· 2026-06-23
Seyi Makinde is the Oyo State Governor being appealed to by the Association of Resident Doctors for the disbursement of the Medical Residency Training Fund.
Disburse Training Fund, Pay ArNigeria· 2026-06-22
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, had earlier confirmed that some soldiers died during the ongoing rescue efforts.
Terrorists Plot to Stall Rescue EffortsNigeria· 2026-06-20
Seyi Makinde is the Governor of Oyo State and has encouraged political appointees to declare their ambitions for the 2027 elections.
4 Ministers May Quit Tinubu's Cabinet for 2027 ElectionsNigeria· 2026-03-07
Seyi Makinde is the Governor of Oyo State.
A Benchmark for Uncommon LeadershipNigeria· 2026-03-06
Seyi Makinde is the incumbent Governor of Oyo who Adelabu has contested against in previous elections.
Jostle for Adelabu’s ministerial seat heats up for Oyo 2027Nigeria· 2026-03-04
Governor Seyi Makinde was expected to inaugurate the council that the Alaafin was absent from.
Oyo Princes in Court Battle Over Alaafin's SupremacyNigeria· 2026-02-10
Seyi Makinde is a governor of Oyo State and supports the Tanimu Turaki faction.
Wike, Makinde Factions Face OffNigeria· 2026-02-09
Seyi Makinde, the governor of Oyo State, declared that the Peoples Democratic Party remains strong and prepared to surprise its critics ahead of the 2027 general elections.
PDP is alive & will shock critics in 2027 electionsNigeria· 2026-01-23
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has reaffirmed his commitment to the Peoples Democratic Party.
Makinde rules out defection plans after meeting with TinubuNigeria· 2026-01-23
