Makinde flags off APM presidential campaign in Oyo, promises to reset Nigeria

By Adejayan Gbenga

The Governor of Oyo State and presidential candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM), Seyi Makinde, has flagged off his statewide campaign in the state, promising to reset Nigeria if elected president in the 2027 general election.

Makinde made the pledge on Saturday during the campaign flag-off ceremony held at Durbar Stadium in Oyo town, which attracted hundreds of party members and supporters from the state’s 33 local government areas.

Addressing the gathering, the APM presidential candidate thanked party members and supporters for their massive turnout, assuring them that the party would deliver the dividends of democracy if elected.

He also urged them to remain committed to the party and sustain their support ahead of the 2027 general election, expressing confidence in its ability to provide good governance.

Similarly, the APM governorship candidate in Oyo State, Bimbo Adekanmbi, pledged to provide purposeful leadership and sustain the state’s development if elected governor.

Adekanmbi said Makinde had laid a solid foundation for the state’s development, promising to build on his achievements and ensure continuity in delivering democratic dividends to residents.

He further urged party members and supporters to intensify their mobilisation efforts and vote for all APM candidates in the forthcoming elections, stressing the importance of a united campaign across the state.

The highlight of the event was the presentation of party flags to all APM candidates by the state Chairman, Adegbenro Fagbemi, signalling the formal commencement of the party’s campaign activities in Oyo State.