Lagos APM Confirms Gov. Makinde As Best Opposition Presidential Candidate In 2027

The Allied People’s Movement, Lagos State, says Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde remains the most suitable presidential candidate that can be presented by the opposition coalition for the 2027 general elections.

The News Agency of Nigeria reports that Makinde is the APM Presidential Candidate.

In a statement on Monday in Lagos, APM State Publicity Secretary Ayodele Kazeem said Makinde possessed the leadership qualities, competence, and national acceptability required to unite the opposition and provide Nigerians with a credible alternative.

According to him, APM’s position is based on Makinde’s leadership record, governance style, and performance rather than political sentiment or convenience.

“APM Lagos firmly believes that if the opposition is truly committed to presenting the Nigerian people with a credible alternative in 2027, then Governor Seyi Makinde stands out as the most qualified, competent, and unifying candidate to fly the banner of the coalition.

“This position is not driven by emotion or political convenience. It is based on leadership, competence, performance, and national acceptability.

“Governor Makinde has, over the years, built a reputation as a leader who governs with prudence, transparency, and measurable results.

“Under his administration, Oyo State has recorded significant investments in road infrastructure, healthcare, education, agriculture, and security while maintaining a reputation for improved fiscal management and economic growth.

“His administration has frequently presented itself as focusing on expanding the state’s economy and internally generated revenue through investment and infrastructure,” Kazeem said.

According to him, at this time, Nigerians need a president who truly understands governance.

Kazeem said that Makinde had demonstrated that government could work for the people.

“He (Makinde) has consistently shown that public resources can be managed responsibly without unnecessary extravagance. He has proven that development can be driven by planning rather than propaganda.

“He has demonstrated that government can deliver visible projects while maintaining fiscal discipline.

“Beyond his performance in Oyo State, Makinde possesses qualities that make him uniquely qualified to unite the opposition.

“He enjoys goodwill across party lines. He commands respect among governors irrespective of political affiliation,” he said.

He described Makinde as a bridge-builder who had built political relationships across regions.

According to him, Makinde’s calm disposition, listening ability, and consensus-building approach are exactly what Nigeria requires after years of needless political tension and division.

“Unlike politicians whose appeal is restricted to one geographical region, Governor Makinde possesses the temperament and credibility to attract support across Nigeria.

“For the opposition coalition, electability is just as important as popularity. The coalition cannot afford to present a candidate who merely excites a section of the country but cannot build a national winning alliance.

“Makinde offers that balance. He represents generational leadership. He understands both the private and public sectors. He has executive experience.

“He has demonstrated courage in taking difficult decisions while remaining accessible to the people,” Kazeem said.