Seyi Makinde
Tracked across 21 events · 186 articles · First seen Dec 03, 2025 · Last active May 28, 2026
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Seyi Makinde, the Governor of Nigeria — Oyo State, declared that federal influence would not determine the outcome of the 2027 general elections in Nigeria. Speaking at the Nigeria — Oyo State Tourism Summit, he…
Impact: Seyi Makinde, the Governor of Nigeria — Oyo State, declared that federal influence will not determine the outcome of the 2027 general elections in Nigeria. He also discussed succession planning for Nigeria — Oyo State.
May 14, 2026 · 6 articles
Domestic
Seyi Makinde, the Governor of Nigeria — Oyo State, has officially declared his intention to run for the Nigerian presidency in the 2027 general election. He made this announcement at a mega-rally in Ibadan, where…
Impact: Seyi Makinde, the current Governor of Nigeria — Oyo State, has officially declared his intention to contest the 2027 presidential election, forming an alliance between the Nigeria — People s Democratic Party and India — Zoram People s Movement.
May 14, 2026 · 9 articles
Domestic
Impact: Seyi Makinde is the current Governor of Nigeria — Oyo State, accused by Ayo Fayose of diverting N50 billion in federal intervention funds and misrepresenting the state's Internally Generated Revenue.
Dec 28, 2025 · 13 articles
Accidents
Impact: Seyi Makinde, the Governor of Nigeria — Oyo State, confirmed the attack and vowed to prevent future occurrences, deploying security forces and appealing for calm among residents. His administration is committed to bringing the perpetrators to justice.
Jan 07, 2026 · 7 articles
Domestic
Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, dismissed Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde's 2027 presidential ambition as 'dead on arrival.' Makinde declared his intention to run for president under the India — Zoram…
Impact: Seyi Makinde, the Governor of Oyo State, declared his intention to contest the 2027 presidential election under the India — Zoram People s Movement (APM), a move criticized by Nyesom Wike.
May 14, 2026 · 6 articles
Domestic
Impact: Seyi Makinde, the Governor of Nigeria — Oyo State, formally requested federal financial support for the Bodija explosion and is now defending his government's decision to not spend the N30 billion received until the full N50 billion approved by the Nigeria is released.
Jan 01, 2026 · 6 articles
Domestic
Impact: Seyi Makinde, the Governor of Nigeria — Oyo State, was rumored to have a rift with Akeem Owoade, which Akeem Owoade publicly denied, stating their relationship is cordial.
Apr 07, 2026 · 8 articles
Domestic
Fatai Owoseni, the Special Adviser on Security to Governor Seyi Makinde of Nigeria — Oyo State and Executive Secretary of the Nigeria — Oyo State Security Trust Fund, has resigned from his appointments with immediate…
Impact: Seyi Makinde is the Governor of Nigeria — Oyo State, to whom Fatai Owoseni submitted his resignation.
May 07, 2026 · 8 articles
Domestic
The Seyi Makinde-backed faction of the Nigeria — People s Democratic Party announced plans to screen 3,181 aspirants for the 2027 general elections, including candidates for State House of Assembly, House of Representatives, Senate, governorship,…
Impact: Seyi Makinde leads one of the factions within the Nigeria — People s Democratic Party and has declared interest in the party's presidential ticket for 2027.
May 17, 2026 · 6 articles
Accidents
On May 15, 2026, gunmen invaded Baptist Nursery and Primary School, Yawota, and Community Grammar School/L. A. Primary School, Esiele, in Oriire Local Government Area of Nigeria — Oyo State, abducting pupils, students, and staff,…
Impact: Seyi Makinde, the Governor of Nigeria — Oyo State, condemned the incident and assured residents of his government's commitment to combating crimes and working with security agencies.
May 16, 2026 · 8 articles
Accidents
Armed hoodlums on motorcycles carried out coordinated attacks on Baptist Nursery and Primary School, Yawota, and Community Grammar School/L.A Primary School, Esiele, in Oriire Local Government Area of Nigeria — Oyo State on May 15,…
Impact: Seyi Makinde, the Governor of Nigeria — Oyo State, previously commented on security concerns in the state, noting cross-border bandit attacks.
May 15, 2026 · 7 articles
Domestic
Nigeria is undergoing a significant education reform with the Nigeria — National Examinations Council (NECO) spearheading the transition to computer-based examinations (CBE) starting in 2026, with full nationwide adoption across secondary schools by 2027. This…
Impact: Seyi Makinde, Governor of Nigeria — Oyo State, was honored for his state's performance in Nigeria — National Examinations Council examinations.
May 07, 2026 · 21 articles
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Seyi Makinde assured people Nigeria — Oyo StateOyo State School Abduction Attack
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Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde faces ongoing political hostility and public allegatio
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Former Ekiti Governor Ayo Fayose has positioned himself as a fierce public criti
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Governor Seyi Makinde manages a delicate relationship with traditional ruler Ade
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As the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Adewolu Ladoja navigates a complex political rela
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Seyi Makinde maintains a strong political alliance with Gbenga Oyekola, who serv
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Gbenga Oyekola acts as a political loyalist to Governor Seyi Makinde within the
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