Seyi Makinde Officially Enters 2027 Presidential Race, Ready To Contest Against TINUBU
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has officially announced his intention to run for the presidency in the 2027 general elections.
The governor made the announcement on Friday, October 18, 2024, during a press briefing with members of the People’ s Democratic Party (PDP) press corps in Ibadan.
Makinde, who has steadily risen to prominence within the PDP, showcased his signature projects in the southwest region, underscoring his achievements as governor of Oyo State and positioning himself as a viable contender for the nation’ s highest office.
Supporters of the governor have quickly rallied behind his candidacy, with the hashtag #MakindeForPresident gaining traction on social media.
The official social media accounts of the PDP have also been promoting his campaign, sharing photos and videos of his projects under the same hashtag.
This widespread social media activity signals the official commencement of Makinde’ s presidential bid and highlights his growing influence within the opposition party.
Makinde’ s entry into the race marks a significant development for the PDP, as the party continues to build its strategy for the 2027 elections.
As a key figure in the opposition, the Oyo governor has worked to expand his influence across the southwest and beyond, gaining a reputation as a pragmatic leader with a track record of success in governance.
Meanwhile, his announcement comes shortly after Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, representing Abia North Senatorial District, also expressed interest in contesting the 2027 presidency.
During an interview on Channels Television’ s Politics Today, Kalu revealed that he may run for the presidency if President Bola Tinubu decides not to seek re- election.
” Let me tell you, first and foremost, I’ m qualified to be a President, and I’ m competent, ” Kalu said.
” We have already a candidate in our political party unless he is not running. If the party gives me the opportunity to fly their flag, it’ s a privilege; it’ s not something that I will like. It’ s an opportunity given by the party. “
