Seyi Makinde
NigeriapoliticianMaleb. 19706.1Global 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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Governor Seyi Makinde has been accused of undermining the local government system during his seven years as governor.
Alli alleges Oyo LG paralysis, govt demands proofNigeria· 2026-09-27
Seyi Makinde is the Governor of Oyo State who approved the recent appointments.
Makinde makes fresh appointments in OyoNigeria· 2026-09-25
Seyi Makinde, the Oyo State Governor, has accused Nyesom Wike of lying about the alleged N50bn funding for the Ibadan International Airport.
FG didn’t fund Ibadan airport with N50bn — MakindeNigeria· 2026-09-23
Seyi Makinde has accused Nyesom Wike of lying over the alleged N50bn funding from the Federal Government for the upgrade of the Ibadan International Airport.
Wike lied, FG didn't give Oyo N50bn – MakindNigeria· 2026-09-22
Seyi Makinde was one of the G-5 governors who opposed Atiku Abubakar's candidacy.
How G-5 helped Obi defeat Atiku in Edo, C'River — WikeNigeria· 2026-09-21
Seyi Makinde, the Oyo State Governor, expressed confidence that the Allied People’s Movement would win the 2027 general elections.
Makinde predicts APM win, welcomes APC defectorsNigeria· 2026-09-21
Seyi Makinde is the governor of Oyo State who has been criticized for using diesel-powered generators for streetlights.
Makinde, Alli clash over diesel-powered streetlightsNigeria· 2026-09-20Seyi Makinde is the Governor of Oyo State who approved the appointment of new members to the state Advisory Council.
Makinde names new advisory council members, other aidesNigeria· 2026-09-18
Seyi Makinde-led administration is deliberate about maintaining order in the state.
Oyo moves to bring hotels, lounges into tax netNigeria· 2026-09-17
Seyi Makinde of the Allied People’s Movement is among those expected to engage in the discussions.
Utomi leads talks with Atiku, Obi on single candidateNigeria· 2026-09-17
The governor made it clear that Adekanmbi shouldn’t inherit his enemies or liabilities.
I’m not Makinde’s surrogate, says Oyo APM gov candidateNigeria· 2026-09-15
Seyi Makinde is the Governor of Oyo State and is seeking the presidency under the platform of the Allied Peoples Movement.
AAC asks EFCC to monitor Oyo govt’s spending before 2027Nigeria· 2026-09-14
Seyi Makinde is the presidential candidate of the APM who will take campaigns to IDP camps to recognize their plight.
Parties court IDPs as insecurity threatens votingNigeria· 2026-09-13
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
