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Don’t aid Makinde on illegality, APC tells Oyo Assembly
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State has urged the State House of Assembly members to steer clear of aiding Governor Seyi Makinde on any actions or inactions that could be in contrast with the provisions of the Nigerian Constitution.
The Hon. Debo Ogundoyin-led House of Assembly took its stand on Tuesday on some critical issues as it announced the endorsement of Makinde’s earlier dissolution of the local government council officials and the Board of the Oyo State Independent Electoral Commission (OYSIEC).
In a statement issued today and made available to journalists in Ibadan, the Oyo state capital by its Deputy Publicity Secretary, Prince Ayobami Adejumo, Oyo APC alleged that the House, which was dominated by the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has left no one in doubt of its readiness to operate as an appendage of Governor Makinde’s Office.
“The governor clearly demonstrated his mission to disregard the provisions of the nation’s Constitution on his first day in office when he announced, by fiat, the termination of the mandate of those validly elected to man the Third Tier of government across the state and followed it up with the sacking of some statutory Boards which included OYSIEC.
“This drew condemnation from many quarters and some pundits had hoped that the State Legislative arm would prevail on the governor to reverse his decisions and encourage him to always toe the line of rationality and rule of law in his official activities so as not to throw the state into unnecessary chaos.
“As a matter of fact, the Legislature is an independent arm of government just as we have the Executive and the Judiciary. In the last dispensation, we saw a desirable departure from what was obtained in the state between 2003 and 2007 when the State Assembly weaned itself completely from the Executive governor and thus served the overall interest of the people of the Pacesetter State.
“The implementation of the legal template which created local council development areas (LCDAs) by the last Ajimobi administration was done in good fate considering the realities on ground. It was never to serve the interest of the former governor or his party but that of the good people of the state as conceived by the administration of late Alhaji Lam Adesina close to 20 years ago.
“As the public is aware that the wronged party are already in court to seek redress on the selfish and vindictive decision to sack all elected local government officials, we urge the state legislative arm to stay clear of the matter and allow the Judiciary arm to do its work.” APC said.
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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