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Makinde Accepts APM Presidential Ticket, Promises State Police and Security Reforms

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Promise Odejide

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Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has accepted the presidential nomination of the Allied Peoples’ Movement (APM) for the 2027 general election, pledging to prioritise security reforms and restore public confidence in governance.

Makinde received the party’s certificate of return and flag during a ceremony held in Ibadan after delegates reportedly endorsed him as the party’s consensus candidate.

Makinde Accepts Nomination

Speaking after receiving the nomination, Makinde said his decision to run was not driven by personal ambition but by a desire to address Nigeria’s challenges through practical leadership and transparent governance.

According to him, the country needs leaders who can rebuild trust and deliver results that directly impact ordinary citizens.

He said his administration’s experience in Oyo State had shown that meaningful reforms are possible when leaders remain accountable to the people.

Security Takes Centre Stage

A major focus of Makinde’s speech was insecurity, which he described as one of the country’s most pressing challenges.

The governor referenced the recent attack on schools in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, where gunmen killed a teacher and abducted students and educators.

Makinde argued that governors often lack sufficient constitutional powers to respond effectively to security emergencies despite being regarded as chief security officers of their states.

Push For State Police

The Oyo governor reiterated his support for state policing, insisting that Nigeria’s current security structure requires urgent reform.

According to him, decentralising security operations and granting more authority to state governments would improve response times and strengthen efforts to protect lives and property.

He maintained that localised security solutions remain critical to tackling kidnapping, banditry and other violent crimes across the country.

Supporters Back Reform Agenda

Supporters at the event described Makinde’s emergence as an opportunity to advance conversations around governance reform, security and economic development.

His nomination adds another prominent name to the growing list of politicians being linked with the 2027 presidential race.

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