APC Accuses Oyo Governor Makinde of Neglecting Governance for Political Ambitions
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State has accused Governor Seyi Makinde of abandoning his official duties in favour of advancing his political future. In a statement released on Thursday, the party’s Publicity Secretary, Wasiu Olawale Sadare, claimed the governor has relegated essential state matters to pursue activities related to the 2027 elections.
The APC statement asserts that Governor Makinde’s absence from critical state issues has left numerous pressing problems unattended. Specifically, the party pointed to recent security incidents, challenges in waste management, and a fatal road accident in Ibadan as examples of crises requiring the governor’s direct intervention.
“Many things that require the attention of the governor have been abandoned because he was not available to provide the solutions,” the statement read, citing the recent security breaches and the deadly accident at Oje market as evidence of leadership vacuum.
The party’s criticism sharpened over the governor’s conduct following the Oje market tragedy. According to the APC, while residents were mourning the loss of lives, Governor Makinde convened a meeting with supporters to strategise for the 2027 elections, including discussions about political defections. The statement further alleged that the governor subsequently celebrated the procurement of new vehicles for local government and party officials, an action it described as reckless expenditure amid public grief.
The APC has called on Governor Makinde to refocus on the “demands of governance” rather than “pursuing politics.” The statement frames these issues as part of a broader pattern where political ambitions are superseding administrative responsibilities in Oyo State.
The office of the Governor of Oyo State has not yet issued a formal response to these allegations. The exchange highlights the intensifying political tensions in the state as the 2027 electoral cycle approaches, with governance and political strategy becoming central points of contention between the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the opposition APC.
Analysts note that such public accusations are common in Nigeria’s political landscape, often reflecting deeper struggles for influence and control ahead of future elections. The situation in Oyo State underscores the frequent challenge of balancing immediate administrative needs with long-term political planning for incumbent administrations.
