Governor Seyi Makinde says he is contesting the 2027 presidential election to win and lead Nigeria for a single four-year term, which he believes will allow Southern Nigeria to complete its eight-year turn in the presidency by 2031.
In a statement issued by his campaign office, the Oyo State governor said his ambition was driven by a desire to reset the country and usher in a new era of opportunity, security and shared prosperity.
The campaign office said Makinde was seeking the mandate of Nigerians with a clear sense of purpose and a commitment to accountable leadership, adding that his Reset Agenda was being taken to citizens across the country.
It said his pledge to serve only one term was based on his belief that national unity depended on fairness, mutual respect and respect for the understandings that hold the federation together.
“Southern Nigeria should complete its remaining four years in the presidency, bringing its turn to eight years by 2031,” the statement said.
It added that the four years must make a difference in the lives of Nigerians, listing security, enterprise, employment and stronger public institutions among the governor’s priorities.
“His priorities are to restore security, expand opportunities for enterprise and employment, strengthen public institutions and give families confidence in their future. He is seeking a mandate tied to clear priorities and measurable results,” the statement said.
The campaign office said Makinde’s engagements with political leaders and Nigerians across different sections of society were part of efforts to build the support needed to win the election and govern effectively.
“Makinde is in this contest to earn the people’s trust, win their votes and serve as President for one purposeful four-year term,” it added.
Makinde is contesting the 2027 presidential election on the platform of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM).
