Seyi Makinde, the presidential candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement and Governor of Oyo State, has expressed confidence that he will win the 2027 presidential election, stating that he has both God and the Nigerian people on his side.
Makinde made the declaration on Sunday during a church service at the Church of Christ in Nations in Jos, Plateau State. He said his presidential ambition is not backed by any political godfather but rests on divine support and the backing of Nigerians.
His remarks were contained in a statement issued by Richard Ihediwa, Director of Strategic Communications for his campaign. According to the statement, Makinde said his aspiration is driven by the need to reset Nigeria through effective leadership and to address challenges in security, the economy, education and the socio-political system.
Aspiration Rooted in Faith, Not Godfathers
The APM candidate expressed optimism that God would show mercy to Nigerians by providing the right leadership through the 2027 presidential election. He recalled his experience ahead of the 2018 governorship race in Oyo State, when he was questioned about his prospects without a political godfather.
“When I said in Oyo State in 2018 that I would like to be governor, somebody asked me, ‘Governor of which Rotary District?’ I said Governor of Oyo State, and they asked, ‘With no godfather; nobody in politics who can stand in for you?’ I responded by saying, well, I have God the Father. And I became the Governor of Oyo State,” he was quoted as saying.
“This time around, we also have God the Father, and God will be merciful unto Nigeria and He will show us mercy in this country.”
Reset Nigeria Agenda and Call for Accountability
Makinde said his administration in Oyo State has been guided by planning, transparency and accountability, with development road maps covering his two terms from 2019 to 2027. He added that his Reset Nigeria Agenda, prepared ahead of the 2027 election, focuses on four key areas: security, the economy, education and the socio-political system.
While presenting the Reset Nigeria Manifesto to the leadership of the church, the governor asked Nigerians to hold him accountable for the promises contained in the document.
“I want Nigerians to be able to hold me accountable, not just through promises but through documented commitments. Everything is written down in black and white, and I am prepared to be held accountable for everything contained in this document,” he said.
Urging Christians to Engage in Politics
Makinde called on Nigerians, particularly Christians, to participate in politics and prepare to enforce their will in the 2027 presidential election. “Please, get ready and participate. History is about to happen again,” he said.
The President of COCIN, Rev. Amos Mohzo, urged Makinde to address Nigeria’s major challenges, particularly worsening insecurity and economic hardship, while praying for his success in the 2027 presidential election. Mohzo also encouraged the APM candidate to sustain his campaign, expressing hope that God’s will would prevail in his political journey.
Makinde flagged off his presidential campaign in Bauchi State on Saturday and is in Jos for the party’s Plateau State rally, scheduled for Monday at Rayfield Park. The Independent National Electoral Commission has fixed January 16, 2027, for the presidential election.
