Tag: Gov. Seyi Makinde
Fresh exodus hits PDP, six Oyo Reps dump party for APM
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde on Tuesday demonstrated his growing political influence ahead of the 2027 general election as six…
‘They’re using my wife,’ Abducted Oyo Principal’s husband weeps bitterly
“My wife is the one being used to make the videos that are being circulated. It is very disheartening and…
Makinde’s ambition won’t affect Tinubu’s chances in S/West — Adeyeye
Makinde’s ambition remains “immaterial and inconsequential” to the President’s electoral strength in the Southwest.
Oyo APC slams Makinde, Atiku, others over Ibadan opposition summit
“They are just wasting their time as it is just impossible for them to catch up with a man who…
2027: Makinde moves to name successor
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has revealed that his administration has begun engaging credible individuals as part of a structured…
PDP shows strength ahead of 2027 as Gov. Makinde, Turaki, Ajadi unveil new secretariat
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo State on Tuesday formally unveiled its newly built state secretariat in Ibadan, in…
Makinde, Obasanjo show off dance moves at Ibadan Bus Terminal (Video)
The duo’s energetic moves immediately caught the attention of attendees and social media users alike. One Instagram comment read, “Baba…
Oyo people, not godfathers, will choose my successor in 2027 – Makinde
Makinde, while reflecting on his own experience before coming into office in 2019, noted that leadership must be about accountability…
Ibadan facilities can host Eagles, Gov. Makinde assures NFF
Oyo State, especially Ibadan, is ready to host big events, including Super Eagles games. Come and see our facilities, and…
2027: Gov. Seyi Makinde’s presidential posters take over Jigawa state
Ahead of the 2027 general elections in Nigeria, campaign posters bearing the image of Oyo State Governor, Engineer Oluwaseyi Abiodun…
Tragic Ibadan funfair stampede claims over 30 children’s lives; organisers arrested
The tragedy unfolded during a cash distribution programme intended for 5,000 children.
Oyo Speaker hails Makinde’s Hybrid Power Project as landmark in energy advancement
The project is expected to increase the state’s energy supply by 14%, enhancing public lighting, security, and economic activities within…
‘Don’t anchor your 2027 ambition on attacks against Tinubu,’ APC tackles Makinde
Mr Felix Morka, the APC National Publicity counseled the PDP to do a soul searching and address its problems. Morka…
Makinde sets the stage: ‘I’m old enough to declare my Presidential ambition
Speaking to reporters at Fashola Farm in Ibadan on Saturday, following a Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) retreat, Makinde clarified that…
“Primate Ayodele never said Seyi Makinde would become president”
Osho Oluwatosin, the media aide to Primate Ayodele Elijah, has repudiated multiple reports claiming that the Lagos-based cleric prophesied that…
Oba Olakulehin crowned 43rd Olubadan
At the event were the Otun Olubadan of Ibadanland and former Oyo State Governor, Rashidi Ladoja; Minister of Power, Bayo…
Makinde approves appointment of Olakulehin as 43rd Olubadan
The approval was given by Makinde in a memo dated June 14, 2024, in exercise of the powers conferred on…
We’ll not delay action on new minimum wage, Makinde assures workers
The governor, who was represented by his deputy, Mr Bayo Lawal, said notwithstanding the new minimum wage, his government will…
No rancour over Olubadan stool – Makinde
Agbotomokekere called on the residents of the state to support government with prayers for the growth and development of the…
Alaafin: Oyo kingmakers file fresh suit against Makinde, others
The kingmakers, in the suit filed on their behalf by their Lead Counsel, Mr Kazeem Sobaloju, after the withdrawal and…
Oyo to demolish shops built into schools’ fences, as Makinde gives ultimatum
The governor maintained that the government intends to make the learning environment in the state more conducive.
Makinde approves selection of RCCG Pastor Olaoye as new Soun of Ogbomoso
Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Hon. Olusegun Olayiwola said in a statement on Saturday that the announcement followed…
Makinde appoints VC for Emmanuel Alayande University of Education
The Governor made the announcement on Wednesday while receiving the reports from the Chairmen of the Ladoke Akintola University Teaching…
Makinde appoints Owoseni, others Special Advisers, Internal Revenue Board chair
This is as the governor reappointed a retired Assistant Comptroller of Immigration, Mr. Segun Adegoke, as the Special Adviser on…
Senate President: Why some governors resolved to support Tinubu’s choice – Makinde
Makinde stated this on Monday in Ibadan during the post-second term inauguration interdenominational thanksgiving service, organised in his honour by…
I’ve honoured 2019 agreements with coalition parties – Makinde
The governor said some of those who accused him of breaching the agreement reached with the parties that went into…
APC’s Teslim Folarin congratulates Gov. Makinde
Teslim Folarin, on Monday, congratulated the state governor and candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Seyi Makinde, for his…
2023 Elections, News, Top Stories
Breaking: INEC declares PDP’s Makinde winner of Oyo Governorship election
Makinde polled 563,756 votes to defeat the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Teslim Folarin, who scored 256,685.
Makinde coasting home to massive victory in Oyo
Out of the 18 Local Governments announced so far by the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Makinde has won 17…
Makinde wins landslide in Folarin’s LG
In the official result announced by the Independent National Electoral Commission's collation officer, the PDP's governorship candidate polled 17,326 votes…