Approaching three years in office, HE Seyi Makinde previews his administration’s scorecard, including over 550 km of road projects, plans for an international airport, the Ibadan Circular Road and Iseyin–Fapote–Ogbomoso Road, while signalling an imminent decision on a second term.
Amid electricity and fuel shortages, HE Seyi Makinde argues that Nigeria needs restructuring, true federalism and greater political participation, urging citizens to join political parties, build structures from ward level and mobilise millions of Nigerians who do not vote.
Drawing lessons from George Washington’s political strategy and diplomacy, HE Seyi Makinde argues that winning difficult political contests requires long-term preparation, telling those serious about changing Nigeria to begin organising well ahead of 2027.
Following the deadly robbery attack at Idi-Ape in Ibadan, HE Seyi Makinde reflects on weaknesses exposed in Oyo State’s security architecture, the use of the 615 emergency line and the need to continually adapt security strategies to increasingly sophisticated threats.
Drawing lessons from George Washington and Nigeria’s early leaders, HE Seyi Makinde argues that leadership requires both physical energy and mental acuity, and urges voters approaching 2023 to examine candidates’ capabilities, records and readiness for the rigours of office.
Following the deaths of Olubadan Oba Saliu Adetunji and former Oyo State Governor Adebayo Alao-Akala, HE Seyi Makinde reflects on loss and remembers Alao-Akala’s service to Oyo State and planned involvement in the Iseyin–Ogbomoso Road project.
