2027 Polls Will Be a Showdown Between Nigerians and APC – Seyi Makinde

Oyo Governor Predicts Political Shift in Next Election

Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has issued a bold prediction about Nigeria’s 2027 general elections, framing the upcoming contest as a direct confrontation between citizens and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) rather than a traditional party-versus-party battle.

Citizens’ Frustration to Shape Election Outcome

In a recent interview, Governor Makinde stated: “The 2027 election won’t be PDP versus APC; it would be Nigerians versus APC. Mark my word on that.” He attributed this shift to growing public dissatisfaction with the current administration’s economic policies, worsening security situation, and perceived failure to address citizens’ needs.

The governor positioned the upcoming election as a referendum on President Bola Tinubu’s government, suggesting voters would use the ballot box to express their frustrations.

Reflection on PDP’s 2023 Strategy

Makinde also analyzed strategic errors by his own Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the last presidential election. He criticized the party’s decision to concentrate its three most powerful positions – presidential candidate, national chairman, and campaign director general – in the northern region, arguing this alienated southern voters and weakened the party’s national appeal.

The governor suggested the PDP ticket might have been more competitive if presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar had chosen then-Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike as his running mate.

Looking Ahead to 2027

Despite recent setbacks, Makinde maintained that the PDP remains the most viable political alternative for Nigerians. He vowed the party would apply lessons from the 2023 election to strengthen its strategy for the next national polls.

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