11 h. ago Wike Just Left Law School When I Made $1m; Promised Tinubu “Hold The PDP” For Him Ahead Of 2027 Polls” – Seyi Makinde Alleges

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has revealed why he will not support President Bola Tinubu’s 2027 re-election bid, highlighting a growing political divergence within the Peoples Democratic Party. Speaking during a media chat on Tuesday in  Ibadan, Makinde reflected on his early career, recalling that at the age of 29, he secured his first major […] The post Wike Just Left Law School When I Made $1m; Promised Tinubu “Hold The PDP” For Him Ahead Of 2027 Polls” – Seyi Makinde Alleges appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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12 h. ago VIDEO: I’m overqualified to become Nigeria’s president in 2027 — Seyi Makinde

Makinde made the remarks during a media chat on Tuesday while responding to a question about his political future.

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13 h. ago ‘I Prioritise Enabling Environment Over Handouts’, Says Governor Makinde

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has stated that his administration prefers creating a conducive environment that empowers citizens to lift themselves out of poverty, rather than distributing handouts to them. Makinde made the remarks during a media chat with journalists at the Government House in Ibadan, Oyo State capital, where he explained the philosophy behind […]

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13 h. ago Oyo: What I want my administration to be remembered for — Seyi Makinde

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has said he wants his administration to be remembered for...

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14 h. ago How I balance compromise, conviction in managing Oyo State — Seyi Makinde

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has explained how his administration balances compromise and conviction in governance, saying...

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14 h. ago Ibadan Circular Road corridor gazetted, not land grabbing — Makinde

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has said the ongoing land acquisition for the Ibadan Circular Road project was legally gazetted before his administration assumed office...

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14 h. ago ‘I Am Not Moved’, Makinde Reacts To PDP Defections, Warns Against One

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has stated that he remained unfazed by the wave of defections currently affecting the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). He warned that efforts to weaken opposition parties could lead Nigeria towards a one-party system with grave consequences for democracy and national stability. Governor Makinde made the remarks while reacting specifically to […]

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14 h. ago Makinde Rules Out New Taxes In Oyo, Says Focus On Expanding Productive Economy

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to not increasing taxes on residents, stressing that the state has deliberately chosen economic expansion over imposing additional tax burdens. Makinde stated this on Tuesday during a media chat with journalists, where he reflected on his government’s fiscal and economic strategy over the past six […]

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15 h. ago Why Oyo’s IGR remains low despite economic expansion — Makinde

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has defended the state’s relatively low Internally Generated Revenue (IGR), saying his administration deliberately chose economic expansion over introducing new taxes on residents.

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15 h. ago Makinde Defends Ibadan Airport Upgrade To International Standard Despite Lagos Proximity

Oyo State Governor, Engr Seyi Makinde, has defended his administration’s decision to upgrade the Ladoke Akintola Airport in Ibadan to international standards, insisting that the closeness of Lagos to the Oyo State capital should not be a reason to oppose the project. Makinde spoke at Government House in Ibadan on Tuesday during a media chat, […]

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15 h. ago Oyo 2026 Budget Deemphasised Consumption, Focuses On Production — Makinde

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has declared that the state’s 2026 budget has deemphasised consumption and focused on increasing production, as that remains the best way to expand the state’s economy. The governor stated this shortly after signing the 2026 Appropriation Bill into Law on Monday, calling on all stakeholders in the state to work […]

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3 d. ago PDP: Wike, Makinde forces adamant despite INEC’s intervention

Factions of the PDP backed by Nyesom Wike and Seyi Makinde remain adamant despite INEC’s intervention in the ongoing party leadership crisis. Read More: https://punchng.com/pdp-wike-makinde-forces-adamant-despite-inecs-intervention/

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3 d. ago Makinde reaffirms commitment to education, pledges better student outcomes

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, reaffirms his commitment to the education sector, pledging to improve student outcomes and global competitiveness. Read More: https://punchng.com/makinde-reaffirms-commitment-to-education-pledges-better-student-outcomes/

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7 d. ago We’ll continue to deliver infrastructure, support economic growth – Makinde

Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has said that his Government will remain steadfast in delivering infrastructure that supports his read more We’ll continue to deliver infrastructure, support economic growth – Makinde

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8 d. ago RCCG Continental Overseer, Pastor Adeola Mensah, Commends Makinde’s Developmental Strides, Assures Him of Adeboye’s Prayers

The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has conveyed his prayers, support, and appreciation for the “wonderful work” being done by the Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, assuring the governor that “Oyo State is going to the very top” under his watch. This assurance was delivered on Monday […]

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9 d. ago Indiscriminate refuse dumping in Ibadan will soon end — Makinde

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has assured residents of the state that the persistent challenge of indiscriminate refuse dumping across the Ibadan metropolis will soon be permanently resolved.

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9 d. ago We’ll resolve indiscriminate dumping of refuse in Ibadan soon —Makinde

Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has assured people of the state that the indiscriminate dumping of refuse in Ibadan metropolis will soon become a thing of the past. The governor gave the assurance on Saturday while speaking at the wedding ceremony of Moyosore Ayorinde, a daughter of the Chairman, Oyo State Advisory Council, Chief Bolaji […]

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1 week ago Makinde promises lasting solution to Ibadan refuse challenge

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, assures residents of a permanent solution to the indiscriminate dumping of refuse, addressing the Ibadan refuse challenge Read More: https://punchng.com/makinde-promises-lasting-solution-to-ibadan-refuse-challenge/

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1 week ago Bayelsa Deputy Governor’s Death Sad, Painful Loss To PDP — Makinde

  Oyo State Governor, Engr Seyi Makinde, has described the death of the deputy governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, as a sad and painful loss to the state and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The governor expressed his condolences to the immediate family of the deceased, the Bayelsa State Government, the people of […]

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1 week ago PEBEC rating as another testament to Makinde’s superior ideas

IT’S been six years and six months since ‘Seyi Makinde became Governor of Oyo State despite being branded inexperienced and written off in 2019.

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