Politics
Oyo APC knocks Makinde, says PDP convention in Ibadan a carnival of shame
The Oyo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress has criticised the conduct of the weekend national convention of the Peoples Democratic Party held in Ibadan, describing the exercise as a “carnival of shame, lawlessness and impunity.”
Despite interim court orders reportedly directing the suspension of the exercise, the faction loyal to Governor Seyi Makinde proceeded with the convention, which brought in delegates said to have come from the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory to elect new national officers of the party.
In a statement issued on Sunday by its Publicity Secretary, Olawale Sadare, and made available to journalists in Ibadan, Oyo APC accused Makinde of subjecting residents of the state capital to needless hardship by allegedly compelling commercial motorists to withdraw their services and move to the venue to create an impression of a massive turnout.
“PDP has been synonymous with impunity and this played out again when a group within the party called the bluff of the judiciary to stage an illegal procession in Ibadan which they tagged a national convention,” the party said.
It added that Makinde’s action “has justified suspicions that he is bent on ruining the umbrella party completely through his latest show of naivety and desperation for national leadership, even when he has failed woefully on the home front.”
Oyo APC further accused the governor of ignoring citizens protesting the demolition of their properties along the proposed Ibadan Circular Road corridor, alleging that the administration worsened residents’ plight by commandeering taxis, minibuses, motorcycles and tricycles to fill the stadium.
The opposition party also claimed that a substantial portion of the September allocations to the 33 local government councils was diverted to fund the convention because most PDP governors allegedly declined to contribute financially to the event.
“It is important for Governor Makinde to note that every kobo of public funds spent on the failed PDP project will be accounted for sooner than later,” the statement added.
Describing the convention as a “kangaroo exercise,” the APC argued that it signalled “the beginning of the burial of the PDP,” saying Makinde and his allies had “chosen cremation over interment for their party upon its inevitable death.”
The party urged the feuding PDP factions to embrace peace if they hoped to remain politically relevant in Nigeria, insisting that the party had already lost out ahead of the 2027 general elections.
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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