Makinde emerges APM presidential candidate

Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has emerged as the presidential candidate for the Allied People’s Movement (APM) in preparation for Nigeria's 2027 general election. The nomination took place at the party's presidential primary held in Ibadan.

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I believe that we possess the capacity to rebuild our economy through honesty, discipline and practical reforms. When I speak of practical reforms, I mean reforms that directly improve the lives of ordinary Nigerians.

Accepting the nomination, Makinde articulated his vision, stating, “I believe that we possess the capacity to rebuild our economy through honesty, discipline and practical reforms.” He emphasized that his ambition stems from a desire to restore hope and rebuild national confidence. Makinde pledged to implement reforms that directly improve the lives of ordinary Nigerians, focusing on key sectors.

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Nigerians must benefit from the fact that we are an oil-producing nation, just as citizens of other resource-producing countries benefit from their natural wealth.

Makinde specifically addressed the oil and gas sector, asserting that Nigerians should gain greater benefits from the country's status as an oil-producing nation. He called for the reform of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) into a more efficient and commercially driven entity through corporate restructuring and institutional changes. Agriculture was also highlighted as a critical area for economic growth, with a focus on enhancing production, processing, storage, and logistics.

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The NNPC must be reformed into a lean, efficient and commercially driven institution through proper corporate restructuring, stronger partnerships and institutional reforms.

The governor indicated that his campaign would prioritize competence and practical solutions over unfulfilled promises. Supporting his candidacy, Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed, represented by his deputy, endorsed Makinde, describing him as a capable leader. The APM National Chairman, Yusuf Dantalle, confirmed the primary election was conducted peacefully and transparently.

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We are here on behalf of the government and people of Bauchi State to support, endorse and celebrate the emergence of our dear distinguished brother, Oluwaseyi Makinde, as the Presidential Candidate of the Allied People’s Movement.