Politics
2023: Makinde displaying ignorance, it’s Ido Lg’s turn to produce next federal rep – Olowofela
Director General of the Remi Oseni Campaign Council (ROCC), Prof. Adeniyi Olowofela has said that Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State was being economical with the truth and displayed ignorance in some of his actions, particularly the statement credited to him during his campaign on whose turn to represent Ibarapa East/Ido Federal Constituency.
The federal constituency which consists of Ido and Ibarapa East Local Governments has been enjoying rotation of power irrespective of any political faith based on the political tradition until 2015 when people from Ibarapa East held sway to have an undue advantage over their Ido local government neighbour.
Olowofela, who is also the commissioner representing Oyo state at the Federal Character Commission (FCC) was reacting to Governor Makinde’s remarks during his re-election campaign at Ido town, where the governor claimed that he deliberately settled for the PDP house of representatives candidate from Ibarapa East local government against other candidates in Ido local government because he was fighting for fairness, justice, and equity.
In a statement issued on Tuesday and made available to newsmen in Ibadan, the Oyo state capital, by the Director of Media and Publicity, Remi Oseni Campaign Council (ROCC), Idowu Ayodele, the former council chairman emphasized that it is the turn of the Ido Local Government Area of the state to produce the next lawmaker to represent its federal constituency of Ibarapa East/Ido.
“I have watched various steps taken by Governor Seyi Makinde, I found him to be ignorant in some of his actions. In particular, the story credited to him during his campaign on whose turn to represent Ibarapa East/Ido Federal Constituency. For the benefit of the doubt, we need to inform Governor Makinde and his Co-travellers that, it is long overdue for Ido Local Government to represent both local Governments in the National Assembly. We need to do some historical analysis for him, to educate and elucidate the facts, and why it ought to be Ido Local Government.
“In the year 1999-2003, 2003-2007, Hon. Sadiq Sanusi Anwo from Ido Local Government became the Honourable representing the constituency, the year 2007-2011, Hon. Yemi Taiwo from Ibarapa East Local Government represented the Constituency.
“Subsequently, years 2011-2015, 2015-2019, Hon. Sunday Adepoju, popularly known as ‘Omoyin’ from Ibarapa East Local Government also represented the Constituency again. While in the year 2019- 2023, Hon. Yemi Taiwo from Ibarapa East Local Government, who had earlier occupied the seat between 2007-2011, is the incumbent House of Representatives member.
“The simple arithmetic is that Ido Local Government has represented the Constituency in 8 years. While Ibarapa East Local Government has represented both Local Governments in the 16 years.
“If Governor Seyi Makinde, the Apostle of fairness, justice, and equity will look at the years of representation, it should be obvious to him that it is the turn of Ido Local Government”, the statement explained.
While admitting that the choice of candidate is by election, the former Commissioner for Education, Science, and Technology, further noted that of all the candidates jostling for the position of House of Representatives of Ibarapa East/Ido federal constituency, Engr. Aderemi Oseni, who he said has renewed the hope of the depressed constituents through his various intervention projects and programs, is the best candidate.
“No doubt, the constituents have resolved to freely give their mandate to Engr. Remi Oseni of the All Progressives Congress (APC) this Saturday, 25th of February. In a credible and fair election, Oseni stands pole apart from any other candidates. Once again, I admonish all the good people of Ibarapa East and Ido local governments to vote for competence, fairness, justice, and equity. Vote Remi Oseni, the man with fear of God”, Olowofela added.
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State has called on Governor Seyi Makinde to resign immediately, alleging that his recent remarks on state security exposed incompetence and an inability to lead.
Governor Makinde, speaking during his acceptance speech as the Presidential candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) in Ibadan on Saturday, lamented that he could do little to rescue abducted school children and residents in Oriire Local Government Area due to all security structures being under federal control.
Reacting, APC State Publicity Secretary, Olawale Sadare, described the governor’s comments as “the height of cluelessness, insincerity, and criminal ineptitude,” warning that such disclosures reflect a dangerous trend among parochial leaders.
Sadare said, “Engr. Seyi Makinde could not find any fault in the nation’s Constitution, yet he swore twice to protect lives and properties of Oyo people. He has long enjoyed the powers of his office, controlling resources and people without challenge, but now faces a serious test, exposing incompetence, cluelessness, and ego.”
He added, “Instead of addressing security challenges, Makinde is exploiting the situation to push a mirage he calls a presidential ambition in 2027. His insensitive comments once again reveal hypocrisy. It is time he quit the office of the governor, having admitted he lacks the capacity to secure the state.”
The APC also recalled that previous governors, including Alhaji Lam Adesina, Senator Rashidi Ladoja, Chief Adebayo Alao-Akala, and the late Sen. Abiola Ajimobi, operated under the same constitutional provisions without similar security failures. Sadare particularly praised Ajimobi for establishing a Security Trust Fund to ensure funding and stakeholder involvement in security, in contrast to the current administration.
“Makinde’s presidential ambition is dead on arrival. Our concern is the continued loss, deprivation, and mismanagement the people of Oyo may suffer in the remaining year of his tenure. The state deserves a team player, a sincere and humble governor — qualities Makinde has failed to demonstrate in seven years. He should apologise and step down,” Sadare concluded.
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, on Saturday emerged as the presidential candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) for the 2027 general election following the conclusion of the party’s presidential nomination process.
Makinde emerged through consensus and affirmation by party delegates during the exercise, in what party leaders described as a demonstration of unity and confidence in his leadership ahead of the next general elections.
The governor was presented with his Certificate of Return by the National Chairman of the APM, Alhaji Yusuf Dantali, during a ceremony held in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, amid cheers from party faithful, delegates and supporters drawn from different parts of the country.
Speaking during the presentation, Dantali said Makinde possesses the leadership qualities, administrative experience and vision required to steer the country towards sustainable growth and national development.
He urged party members across the federation to close ranks and intensify grassroots mobilisation to ensure victory for the party in the 2027 presidential election.
The APM national chairman maintained that the party remained committed to presenting Nigerians with what he described as a credible alternative capable of addressing the country’s economic, security and governance challenges.
According to him, the emergence of Makinde as the party’s flag bearer marked the beginning of a new political movement aimed at restoring hope and strengthening democratic governance in the country.
In his acceptance speech, Governor Makinde expressed appreciation to the leadership of the party and delegates for the confidence reposed in him, pledging to work with stakeholders across political, ethnic and religious divides to advance the party’s vision for national transformation.
The governor assured party supporters of his commitment to inclusive leadership, promising to prioritise policies that would improve economic prosperity, strengthen institutions and enhance the welfare of Nigerians if elected.
Five key members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State have been appointed to the party’s campaign committee for the 2026 governorship re-election of Governor Abiodun Oyebanji in Ekiti State.
The Oyo APC leaders on the list include the party’s governorship candidate, Sharafadeen Abiodun Alli, former Senate leader Teslim Folarin, Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Sunday Dare, Zacch Adedeji, and Remi Oseni.
The list, signed by the party’s National Secretary, Sen. Ajibola Basiru, reflects the APC’s strategy of deploying experienced political figures with strong grassroots networks to ensure a successful re-election campaign in Ekiti.
“These appointments recognise their political experience and commitment to advancing the party’s agenda,” the source within the party said.
The APC committee is expected to coordinate campaign activities, voter engagement, and messaging, positioning the party for a strong showing in the 2026 governorship election.
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